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San Jorge, Nicaragua
Rivas Department · Nicaragua
San Jorge is a small city in Rivas Department, Nicaragua with a population of 7,158. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About San Jorge
San Jorge is a municipality in the Rivas department of Nicaragua. It is located on Lake Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,158 |
| Population Density | 101 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4558°, -85.8031° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Rivas Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.2 inches (1,630 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Jorge
San Jorge is a small city in Nicaragua (Rivas Department) with a population of 7,158. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 70.9 sq mi (183.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4558°N, 85.8031°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 101 km |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Concepcion (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 22 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 45 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 55 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 71 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 87 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 93 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 105 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 106 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 134 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 150 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 152 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in |
San Jorge has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.4") and February the driest (0.2").
Schools in San Jorge
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Escolar Nicaro Calli | — | — | — | — |
| Ernesto Jiménez | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Autónomo José Dolores Rivera | — | — | — | — |
| Niño Jesús | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Jorge
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Jorge
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Hitoria y Antrpología de Rivas | ||||
| Museo de Ometepe | ||||
| Museos El Ceibo |
Libraries in San Jorge
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Dario | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Jorge
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Mercado de Rivas | |||||
| Market SJDS | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza del Arte |
Restaurants in San Jorge
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Jorge
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near San Jorge
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Costa Esmeralda Airport | ECI | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murcielago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Jorge
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Congregación Bautista El Mesias | |
| Iglesia Apostólica San Jorge | |
| Iglesia Católica de San Jorge | |
| Las Mercedes | |
| Nazareno | |
| Nazareno | |
| San Martin |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Jorge
What is the population of San Jorge?
San Jorge has a population of 7,158 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 70.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Jorge?
San Jorge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.2 inches.