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San Juan Bautista, Guatemala
Suchitepeque · Guatemala
San Juan Bautista is a small town in Suchitepeque, Guatemala with a population of 2,680. Elevation: 928 ft (283 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Juan Bautista
San Juan Bautista är en kommunhuvudort i Guatemala. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Suchitepéquez, i den sydvästra delen av landet, 80 km väster om huvudstaden Guatemala City. San Juan Bautista ligger 272 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 2 680.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,680 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 928 ft (283 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.4227°, -91.1790° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Suchitepeque |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 135.2 inches (3,433 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Juan Bautista
San Juan Bautista is a small town in Guatemala (Suchitepeque) with a population of 2,680. The city sits at an elevation of 928 feet (283 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.2 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 928 ft (283 m) |
| Area | 187.4 sq mi (485.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.4227°N, 91.1790°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 | — | 26 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 91 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 81 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 21 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 33 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 34 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 55 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 55 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 62 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 88 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 127 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 13.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 23.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 16.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 18.9 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 24.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 20.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in |
San Juan Bautista has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 135.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (24.0") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near San Juan Bautista
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 Juan Bautista
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Museo Cultura Cotzumalguapa | ||||
| Museo del azúcar | ||||
| Museo Rubén Chevez Vandorne |
Farmers Markets in San Juan Bautista
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de La Democracia | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Martin Patulul | |||||
| Nueva Terminal |
Hotels in San Juan Bautista
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Juan Bautista
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Juan Bautista
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Juan Bautista
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Juan Bautista
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| 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 |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico 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
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What is the population of San Juan Bautista?
San Juan Bautista has a population of 2,680 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 187.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Juan Bautista?
San Juan Bautista has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.2 inches.