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San Manuel Chaparrón, Guatemala

Jalapa · Guatemala

San Manuel Chaparrón is a small town in Jalapa, Guatemala with a population of 2,624. Elevation: 3,031 ft (924 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2,624 Population 28/sq mi density
3,031 ft Elevation 924 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
47.7 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About San Manuel Chaparrón

San Manuel Chaparrón is a municipality in the Jalapa department of Guatemala.

People

Population2,624
Density28/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation3,031 ft (924 m)
Population2,624
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation3,031 ft (924 m)
Coordinates14.5199°, -89.7692°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceJalapa
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation47.7 inches (1,211 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Manuel Chaparrón

San Manuel Chaparrón is a small town in Guatemala (Jalapa) with a population of 2,624. The city sits at an elevation of 3,031 feet (924 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.

San Manuel Chaparrón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,031 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above Guatemala avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,031 ft (924 m)
Area94.6 sq mi (245.0 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates14.5199°N, 89.7692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.7"
25% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

945 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jun 13, 2007 43 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.7 141 km
Feb 13, 2001 5 km S of Cojutepeque, El Salvador M6.6 130 km
Jan 21, 2003 33 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.5 147 km
Nov 9, 1997 13 km NNE of San Sebastián, El Salvador M6.5 128 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 129 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 148 km
May 10, 1998 28 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.3 141 km
Jun 6, 1999 6 km ESE of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.3 128 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 22 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 75 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 132 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 104 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 105 km
Apr 15, 2008 42 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.1 139 km
Dec 18, 1997 11 km WSW of Sensuntepeque, El Salvador M6.1 134 km
Dec 4, 1997 33 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.0 137 km
May 23, 1992 22 km SW of Acajutla, El Salvador M6.0 118 km
Sep 12, 1993 27 km S of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.0 105 km
May 12, 2021 55 km SW of Acajutla, El Salvador M6.0 147 km
Nov 26, 2009 12 km SW of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.9 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nana (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nana Category 1 298 km
2005 Adrian Category 1 232 km
2001 Iris Category 4 219 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 185 117 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 115 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 91 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Suchitan (13 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 13 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 15 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 15 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 17 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 24 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 34 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 42 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 42 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 45 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 54 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 65 km
Apaneca Range Stratovolcano(es) 2,036 m (6,680 ft) Unknown 70 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 71 km
Santa Ana Stratovolcano 2,381 m (7,812 ft) 2005 76 km
Coatepeque Caldera Caldera 746 m (2,448 ft) Unknown 76 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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 Manuel Chaparrón 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").

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Radio Stations near San Manuel Chaparrón

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 Manuel Chaparrón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Jutiapa

Stadiums & Teams in San Manuel Chaparrón

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Airports Near San Manuel Chaparrón

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
El Palmer AirportSmall Airport
El Platanar AirportSmall Airport
El Ronco AirportSmall Airport
Esquipulas AirportSmall Airport
Jutiapa AirportSmall Airport
La Cabaña AirportSmall Airport
Monterrico AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Ocotepeque AirportSmall Airport
Rio Sucio Highway AirstripSmall Airport
Zacapa AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Guatemala

🇬🇹 About Guatemala

Capital Guatemala City
Population 17,247,807
Area 108,890 km²
GDP (USD) $104,368,755,055
GDP per capita $5,758
HDI 0.662
Life expectancy 72.6 years
Internet users 56.1%
Urban population 55.6%
Currency GTQ (Quetzal)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +502
TLD .gt
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Guatemala

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
May 1 International Workers' Day International Workers' Day
Jun 30 Army Day Army Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 20 Revolution Day Revolution Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About San Manuel Chaparrón

What is the population of San Manuel Chaparrón?

San Manuel Chaparrón has a population of 2,624 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 94.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Manuel Chaparrón?

San Manuel Chaparrón 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.

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