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San Mateo Ixtatán, Guatemala
Huehuetenango · Guatemala
San Mateo Ixtatán is a small city in Huehuetenango, Guatemala with a population of 13,213. Elevation: 8,527 ft (2,599 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About San Mateo Ixtatán
San Mateo Ixtatán is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Huehuetenango. It is situated at 2,540 metres (8,330 ft) above sea level in the Cuchumatanes mountain range and covers 560 km² of terrain. It has a cold climate and is located in a cloud forest. The temperature fluctuates between 0.5 and 20 °C. The coldest months are from November to January and the warmest months are April and May. The town has a population of 15,090 and is the municipal center for an additional 28,000 people living in the surrounding mountain villages. It has a weekly market on Thursday and Sunday. The annual town festival takes place from September 19 to September 21, honoring their patron Saint Matthew. The residents of San Mateo belong to the Chuj Maya ethnic group and speak the Mayan Chuj language, not to be confused with Chuj baths, or wood-fired steam rooms, that are common throughout the central and western highlands.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,213 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,527 ft (2,599 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.8319°, -91.4781° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Huehuetenango |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.5 inches (2,018 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Mateo Ixtatán
San Mateo Ixtatán is a small city in Guatemala (Huehuetenango) with a population of 13,213. The city sits at an elevation of 8,527 feet (2,599 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in San Mateo Ixtatán
San Mateo Ixtatán has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is May (25.2°C), the coldest is Dec (18.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1436 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 194 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,527 ft (2,599 m) |
| Area | 253.5 sq mi (656.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.8319°N, 91.4781°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | — | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (103 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 103 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 115 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 120 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 162 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 164 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 12.2 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 10.9 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 12.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 8.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in |
San Mateo Ixtatán has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 54°F in January to 61°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.6") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in San Mateo Ixtatán
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EORM. Aldea Pacomal, San Mateo ixtatan | — | — | — | — |
| EORM. Aldea Guaisna, San Mateo Ixtatan | — | — | — | — |
| EORM. AldeaTiatac, San Mateo Ixtatan | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in San Mateo Ixtatán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de Soloma (Actualemnte en disputa con la iglesia) | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No.1 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No.2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No1 | |||||
| Mercado y Terminal de Santa Eulalia | |||||
| Municipal Market |
Hotels in San Mateo Ixtatán
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Mateo Ixtatán
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near San Mateo Ixtatán
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barillas upper | — | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ixquisis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
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 Mateo Ixtatán?
San Mateo Ixtatán has a population of 13,213 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 253.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Mateo Ixtatán?
San Mateo Ixtatán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.5 inches.