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San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
San Lucas Tolimán is a small city in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 14,545. Elevation: 5,171 ft (1,576 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Lucas Tolimán
San Lucas Tolimán is a municipality in the Sololá department of Guatemala. The town of 17,000 people sits on the southeastern shore of Lago de Atitlán. The population is 90–95% Highland Maya. There is a population of about the same size living in the surrounding villages.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,545 |
| Population Density | 452 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,171 ft (1,576 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.5947°, -91.1466° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Sololá |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.0 inches (2,590 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Lucas Tolimán
San Lucas Tolimán is a small city in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 14,545. The city sits at an elevation of 5,171 feet (1,576 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.0 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in San Lucas Tolimán
San Lucas Tolimán has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2370 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.2°F |
| 23% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 182 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,171 ft (1,576 m) |
| Area | 32.2 sq mi (83.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 452/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.5947°N, 91.1466°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 | — | 12 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 105 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 89 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (5 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 5 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 31 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 32 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 46 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 47 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 63 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 93 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 119 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 9.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 19.7 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 13.3 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 14.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 20.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 12.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
San Lucas Tolimán has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 64°F in December to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 102.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (20.5") and January the driest (0.5").
Schools in San Lucas Tolimán
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Oficial Urbana Mixta Mariano Gálvez J. M. No. 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Bethel | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Lucas Tolimán
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 Lucas Tolimán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Tzununya |
Libraries in San Lucas Tolimán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Lucas Tolimán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Martin Patulul | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Hotels in San Lucas Tolimán
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Lucas Tolimán
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Lucas Tolimán
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Lucas Tolimán
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San Lucas Tolimán
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Lucas Tolimán
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Lucas Tolimán
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in San Lucas Tolimán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in San Lucas Tolimán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Lucas Tolimán
18 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 |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | 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 |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Lucas Tolimán
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Bautista Nuevo Pacto | |
| Iglesia de San Lucas Evangelista | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Bethel | |
| Iglesia Evangélica de Jehová El | |
| Iglesia Manantial Agua de Vida | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
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What is the population of San Lucas Tolimán?
San Lucas Tolimán has a population of 14,545 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 452 people per square mile, spread across 32.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Lucas Tolimán?
San Lucas Tolimán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 102.0 inches.