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San José Chacayá, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
San José Chacayá is a small town in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 839. Elevation: 7,238 ft (2,206 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José Chacayá
San José Chacayá is a municipality in the Sololá department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 839 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,238 ft (2,206 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7710°, -91.2156° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Sololá |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,014 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José Chacayá
San José Chacayá is a small town in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 839. The city sits at an elevation of 7,238 feet (2,206 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 202 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,238 ft (2,206 m) |
| Area | 81.1 sq mi (210.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7710°N, 91.2156°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | LAGO DE ATITLAN | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 14 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 114 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (18 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 18 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 33 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 36 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 47 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 49 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 79 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 104 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 111 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 15.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 10.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in |
San José Chacayá has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 58°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near San José Chacayá
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in San José Chacayá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya |
Libraries in San José Chacayá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San José Chacayá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Breweries in San José Chacayá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in San José Chacayá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José Chacayá
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San José Chacayá
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Cristiana Bethel | |
| Iglesia de Dios Pentecostes La Roca de Los Siglos N.2. Aldea Pacaxom |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San José Chacayá?
San José Chacayá has a population of 839 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 81.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José Chacayá?
San José Chacayá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.