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San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
San Marcos La Laguna is a small town in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 2,681. Elevation: 5,203 ft (1,586 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Marcos La Laguna
San Marcos La Laguna is a village on the western shore of Lago Atitlán in the Sololá Department of Guatemala. The village is northwest of three volcanos Volcán San Pedro, Volcán Tolimán, and Volcán Atitlán. The village has an outdoor amphitheater and a few hostels. San Marcos connects to other lakeside communities by boat and a narrow road. The nearest city is Panajachel at the northern side of Lago Atitlán. The town sits at an elevation of 1,585 metres (5,200 ft); the lowest elevation is the lake shore at 1,562 metres (5,125 ft).
People
Climate
| Population | 2,681 |
| Population Density | 1,404 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,203 ft (1,586 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7250°, -91.2584° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Sololá |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,014 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Marcos La Laguna
San Marcos La Laguna is a small town in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 2,681. The city sits at an elevation of 5,203 feet (1,586 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 202 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,203 ft (1,586 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,404/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7250°N, 91.2584°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 | — | 9 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 107 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 85 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 15 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 29 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 32 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 48 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 49 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 63 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 80 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 102 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 111 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 15.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 10.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in |
San Marcos La Laguna has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 58°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in San Marcos La Laguna
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahadevi Ashram | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Marcos La Laguna
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| 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 Marcos La Laguna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya |
Libraries in San Marcos La Laguna
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| tienda el alfa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Marcos La Laguna
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Hotels in San Marcos La Laguna
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Marcos La Laguna
25 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Marcos La Laguna
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San Marcos La Laguna
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San Marcos La Laguna
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in San Marcos La Laguna
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in San Marcos La Laguna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in San Marcos La Laguna
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Marcos La Laguna
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | 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 Marcos La Laguna
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa liberación | |
| Iglesia de San Marcos |
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What is the population of San Marcos La Laguna?
San Marcos La Laguna has a population of 2,681 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 1,404 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Marcos La Laguna?
San Marcos La Laguna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.