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San Miguel Chicaj, Guatemala
Baja Verapaz · Guatemala
San Miguel Chicaj is a small city in Baja Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 13,747. Elevation: 3,094 ft (943 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Miguel Chicaj
San Miguel Chicaj is a town and municipality in the Baja Verapaz department of Guatemala. San Miguel Chicaj has an area of 280 Km², which makes one of the largest municipality of Baja Verapaz Department. It has a population of 33,131, mostly of achí background.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,747 |
| Population Density | 90 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,094 ft (943 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0947°, -90.3944° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Baja Verapaz |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.9 inches (2,055 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Miguel Chicaj
San Miguel Chicaj is a small city in Guatemala (Baja Verapaz) with a population of 13,747. The city sits at an elevation of 3,094 feet (943 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in San Miguel Chicaj
San Miguel Chicaj has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Apr (21.4°C), the coldest is Dec (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1789 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,094 ft (943 m) |
| Area | 153.4 sq mi (397.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 90/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0947°N, 90.3944°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | — | 104 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Agua (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 79 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 82 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 84 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 87 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 104 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 13.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 9.4 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in |
San Miguel Chicaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in January to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 80.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.7") and March the driest (1.8").
Radio Stations near San Miguel Chicaj
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Infinita | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala | 90.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala | 95.3 fm, español | MP3 | |
| Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala | 101.7 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Clásica 102.5 Guatemala | 102.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Red 106.1 Guatemala | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Exa FM Guatemala | 101.7 fm, centroamérica | MP3 | |
| Actitud 100.9 | \, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Guate digital | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Actitud 100.9 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Globo 98.9 Guatemala | 98.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mía 93.7 Guatemala | 93.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM | cristiana, educational | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in San Miguel Chicaj
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Purulhá | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Miguel Chicaj
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Rabinal | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo |
Cafes in San Miguel Chicaj
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in San Miguel Chicaj
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Miguel Chicaj
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Miguel Chicaj
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chisec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Miguel Chicaj
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| La Gloria Del Libano | |
| Salón Del Reino San Miguel Chicaj |
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 Miguel Chicaj?
San Miguel Chicaj has a population of 13,747 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 153.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Miguel Chicaj?
San Miguel Chicaj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.9 inches.