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San Juan de Río Coco, Nicaragua
Madriz Department · Nicaragua
San Juan de Río Coco is a small town in Madriz Department, Nicaragua with a population of 3,820. Elevation: 2,697 ft (822 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 3,820 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,697 ft (822 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.5448°, -86.1650° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Madriz Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,369 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Juan de Río Coco
San Juan de Río Coco is a small town in Nicaragua (Madriz Department) with a population of 3,820. The city sits at an elevation of 2,697 feet (822 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,697 ft (822 m) |
| Area | 165.0 sq mi (427.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.5448°N, 86.1650°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (49 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 127 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 129 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 130 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 131 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 131 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 146 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 159 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 165 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 173 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 7.9 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in |
San Juan de Río Coco has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.6") and March the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near San Juan de Río Coco
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo Beso 94.5 FM | bachata, baladas | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Juan Pablo Segundo 97.7 fm | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in San Juan de Río Coco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las minas de San Albino | ||||
| Las minas de San Albino | ||||
| Museo Comunitario de Palacagüina |
Farmers Markets in San Juan de Río Coco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de San Sebastián de Yalí |
Stadiums & Teams in San Juan de Río Coco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Juan de Río Coco
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Apala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Cumplida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llanos Del Tigre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Noveno Batallón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Jamastran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rapaco II Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of San Juan de Río Coco?
San Juan de Río Coco has a population of 3,820 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 165.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Juan de Río Coco?
San Juan de Río Coco 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 74°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.