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San José El Ídolo, Guatemala
Suchitepeque · Guatemala
San José El Ídolo is a small town in Suchitepeque, Guatemala with a population of 2,412. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José El Ídolo
San José El Ídolo är en kommunhuvudort i Guatemala. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Suchitepéquez, i den sydvästra delen av landet, 100 km väster om huvudstaden Guatemala City. San José El Ídolo ligger 205 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 2 412.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,412 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.4502°, -91.4222° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Suchitepeque |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.1 inches (2,518 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José El Ídolo
San José El Ídolo is a small town in Guatemala (Suchitepeque) with a population of 2,412. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet (180 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 184 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 213.1 sq mi (551.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.4502°N, 91.4222°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 | — | 30 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 72 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 56 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 37 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 40 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 58 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 59 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 89 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 106 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 114 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 17.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 14.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 17.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 16.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in |
San José El Ídolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 99.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.8") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near San José El Ídolo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in San José El Ídolo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Tzununya | ||||
| Superitendencia de Administracion Tributaria |
Libraries in San José El Ídolo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tienda el alfa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San José El Ídolo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No. 5 |
Gas Stations in San José El Ídolo
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San José El Ídolo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José El Ídolo
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | 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 |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
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 El Ídolo?
San José El Ídolo has a population of 2,412 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 213.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José El Ídolo?
San José El Ídolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 99.1 inches.