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San José de Cusmapa, Nicaragua
Madriz Department · Nicaragua
San José de Cusmapa is a small town in Madriz Department, Nicaragua with a population of 1,419. Elevation: 4,226 ft (1,288 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About San José de Cusmapa
San José de Cusmapa is a municipality in the Madriz department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,419 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,226 ft (1,288 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.2884°, -86.6554° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Madriz Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.2 inches (1,250 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José de Cusmapa
San José de Cusmapa is a small town in Nicaragua (Madriz Department) with a population of 1,419. The city sits at an elevation of 4,226 feet (1,288 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,226 ft (1,288 m) |
| Area | 184.9 sq mi (478.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.2884°N, 86.6554°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 75 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 79 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 87 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 88 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 97 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 105 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 121 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 135 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in |
San José de Cusmapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 70°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.3") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in San José de Cusmapa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Padre Rafael María Fabretto | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San José de Cusmapa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo Beso 94.5 FM | bachata, baladas | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in San José de Cusmapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura Calmecalt | ||||
| Museo Comunitario de Palacagüina |
Farmers Markets in San José de Cusmapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in San José de Cusmapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José de Cusmapa
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Grecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of San José de Cusmapa?
San José de Cusmapa has a population of 1,419 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 184.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José de Cusmapa?
San José de Cusmapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches.