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San Lucas, Nicaragua
Madriz Department · Nicaragua
San Lucas is a small town in Madriz Department, Nicaragua with a population of 910. Elevation: 2,589 ft (789 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 910 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,589 ft (789 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.4138°, -86.6111° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Madriz Department |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.2 inches (1,149 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Lucas
San Lucas is a small town in Nicaragua (Madriz Department) with a population of 910. The city sits at an elevation of 2,589 feet (789 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.1°F |
| 32% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,589 ft (789 m) |
| Area | 189.4 sq mi (490.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.4138°N, 86.6111°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 130 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (36 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 90 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 93 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 101 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 103 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 110 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 115 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 134 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 147 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 166 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 8.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in |
San Lucas has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 68°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.4") and February the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near San Lucas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo Beso 94.5 FM | bachata, baladas | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in San Lucas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura Calmecalt | ||||
| Casa Museo | ||||
| Museo Comunitario de Palacagüina |
Libraries in San Lucas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Lucas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ocotal |
Stadiums & Teams in San Lucas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Lucas
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toncontín Airport | TGU | Medium Airport |
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Grecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llanos Del Tigre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Noveno Batallón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Jamastran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rapaco II Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of San Lucas?
San Lucas has a population of 910 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 189.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Lucas?
San Lucas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches.