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San José Poaquil, Guatemala
Chimaltenango · Guatemala
San José Poaquil is a small city in Chimaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 5,987. Elevation: 6,486 ft (1,977 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José Poaquil
San José Poaquil is a town and municipality in the Chimaltenango department of Guatemala. San José Poaquil, like many other Mayan indigenous towns throughout the western highlands, suffered greatly under the severe military repression of the early 1980s. In 2002, 76 human remains were exhumed from mass graves by the Forensic Anthropology Foundation of Guatemala (FAFG). According to locals, the 76 bodies that FAFG recovered represent a minimal portion of the municipality's residents that were killed or disappeared in the violence. Like other parts in Guatemala, reconciliation in Poaquil is complicated by the fact that the perpetrators of the violence, many of whom were forcibly conscripted into the military's Civil Defense Patrols (PAC), still live amongst their victims.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,987 |
| Population Density | 147 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,486 ft (1,977 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8181°, -90.9125° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Chimaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.7 inches (1,769 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José Poaquil
San José Poaquil is a small city in Guatemala (Chimaltenango) with a population of 5,987. The city sits at an elevation of 6,486 feet (1,977 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,486 ft (1,977 m) |
| Area | 40.7 sq mi (105.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 147/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8181°N, 90.9125°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 | — | 40 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 140 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acatenango (36 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 36 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 39 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 59 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 65 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 69 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 92 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 10.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 12.6 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
San José Poaquil has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 56°F in December to 61°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 69.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.3") and January the driest (0.5").
Schools in San José Poaquil
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo San José | — | — | — | — |
| INEB San José Poaquil | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Salem | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Evangélico Eben-ezer | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urbana Mixta Rafael Landívar y Caballero No. 2 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San José Poaquil
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Infinita | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala | 90.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala | 95.3 fm, español | MP3 | |
| Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala | 101.7 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Clásica 102.5 Guatemala | 102.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Red 106.1 Guatemala | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Exa FM Guatemala | 101.7 fm, centroamérica | MP3 | |
| Actitud 100.9 | \, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Actitud | christian music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Guate digital | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Actitud 100.9 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Globo 98.9 Guatemala | 98.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mía 93.7 Guatemala | 93.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 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 Poaquil
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Regional de Santiago | ||||
| Museo Regional de Santiago |
Libraries in San José Poaquil
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Paco Piñas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San José Poaquil
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| La Curacao | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado El Monumento | |||||
| Mercado La Cuchilla | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Comalapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Mercado San Bartolome Milpas Altas | |||||
| Mercado San Bartolome Milpas Altas | |||||
| Twinkle | |||||
| ventas |
Cafes in San José Poaquil
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San José Poaquil
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San José Poaquil
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in San José Poaquil
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in San José Poaquil
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in San José Poaquil
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Municipal de Futbol San Bartolomé Milpas Altas | ||
| Estadio Municipal Manuel Augusto Navas |
Airports Near San José Poaquil
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | 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 |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in San José Poaquil
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro De Salud Santiago Sacatepequez | ||
| Clínica Médica La Económica | ||
| Sanatorio Casa De La Salud |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San José Poaquil
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Asamblea de Dios Salem | |
| Iglesia centroamericana Eben-ezer | |
| Iglesia de Dios Chiraxaj | |
| Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón | |
| Parroquia de San José Poaquil |
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 Poaquil?
San José Poaquil has a population of 5,987 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 147 people per square mile, spread across 40.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José Poaquil?
San José Poaquil enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.7 inches.