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San Juan Cotzal, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
San Juan Cotzal is a small city in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 11,046. Elevation: 5,804 ft (1,769 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Juan Cotzal
San Juan Cotzal is a town and municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché. San Juan Cotzal is part of the Ixil Community, along with Santa María Nebaj and San Gaspar Chajul.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,046 |
| Population Density | 107 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,804 ft (1,769 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4337°, -91.0348° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.3 inches (1,964 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Juan Cotzal
San Juan Cotzal is a small city in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 11,046. The city sits at an elevation of 5,804 feet (1,769 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in San Juan Cotzal
San Juan Cotzal has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is May (19.5°C), the coldest is Dec (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1914 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,804 ft (1,769 m) |
| Area | 103.0 sq mi (266.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4337°N, 91.0348°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | — | 90 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (88 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 88 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 94 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 105 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 120 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 126 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 157 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 11.5 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 12.2 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 8.8 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in |
San Juan Cotzal has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 55°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 77.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in San Juan Cotzal
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pexla | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in San Juan Cotzal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bliblioteca Parroquial. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Juan Cotzal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Hotels in San Juan Cotzal
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Juan Cotzal
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Juan Cotzal
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San Juan Cotzal
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Juan Cotzal
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Juan Cotzal
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Juan Cotzal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Juan Cotzal
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Barillas upper | — | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Industria Chuquibul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ixquisis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Juan Cotzal
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christian Church | |
| Church |
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 Juan Cotzal?
San Juan Cotzal has a population of 11,046 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 107 people per square mile, spread across 103.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Juan Cotzal?
San Juan Cotzal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.3 inches.