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San Luis Jilotepeque, Guatemala
Jalapa · Guatemala
San Luis Jilotepeque is a small city in Jalapa, Guatemala with a population of 24,679. Elevation: 2,559 ft (780 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Luis Jilotepeque
San Luis Jilotepeque is a town, with a population of 11,675, and a municipality in the Jalapa department of Guatemala. The municipality has a population of 24,679, and cover an area of 209 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,679 |
| Population Density | 294 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,559 ft (780 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6472°, -89.7246° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Jalapa |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.7 inches (1,211 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Luis Jilotepeque
San Luis Jilotepeque is a small city in Guatemala (Jalapa) with a population of 24,679. The city sits at an elevation of 2,559 feet (780 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in San Luis Jilotepeque
San Luis Jilotepeque has an average annual temperature of 21.8°C (71°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Dec (19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1468 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,559 ft (780 m) |
| Area | 83.9 sq mi (217.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 294/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6472°N, 89.7246°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 130 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 101 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 106 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ipala (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 15 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 26 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 48 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 67 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 89 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
San Luis Jilotepeque has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 69°F in December to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 47.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in San Luis Jilotepeque
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Oficial Urbana Mixta Barrio el Llano | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Luis Jilotepeque
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) | noticias y deportes | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM | deportes, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Farmers Markets in San Luis Jilotepeque
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Gas Stations in San Luis Jilotepeque
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Luis Jilotepeque
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Luis Jilotepeque
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Luis Jilotepeque
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Dios Evangelio Completo (IDEC) | |
| Iglesia Parroquial San Luis Rey de Francia |
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 Luis Jilotepeque?
San Luis Jilotepeque has a population of 24,679 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 294 people per square mile, spread across 83.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Luis Jilotepeque?
San Luis Jilotepeque has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.7 inches.