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San Pablo Jocopilas, Guatemala
Suchitepeque · Guatemala
San Pablo Jocopilas is a small city in Suchitepeque, Guatemala with a population of 20,433. Elevation: 2,169 ft (661 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Pablo Jocopilas
San Pablo Jocopilas is a town, with a population of 16,872, and a municipality east-northeast of Samayac and west of highway CA 2 in the Suchitepéquez department of Guatemala, located 8 km from Mazatenango, which is the department's capital. The Colonial Church was chosen as one of the seven most wonderful in Guatemala in a contest run by the Industrial Bank.
San Pablo Jocopilas also boasts other monuments, such as the centenary clock of Chocolá, built in 1800. The commune is located along the banks of the Ixtacapa River, which is a popular tourist spot during the holidays.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,433 |
| Population Density | 1,548 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,169 ft (661 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.5888°, -91.4519° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Suchitepeque |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 137.4 inches (3,489 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Pablo Jocopilas
San Pablo Jocopilas is a small city in Guatemala (Suchitepeque) with a population of 20,433. The city sits at an elevation of 2,169 feet (661 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.4 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in San Pablo Jocopilas
San Pablo Jocopilas has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2370 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.0°F |
| 39% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 162 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,169 ft (661 m) |
| Area | 13.2 sq mi (34.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,548/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.5888°N, 91.4519°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 | — | 24 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 82 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 59 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santa Maria (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 22 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 24 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 63 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 63 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 93 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 94 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 122 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 13.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 24.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 16.5 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 19.3 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 24.5 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 19.7 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 7.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 2.0 in |
San Pablo Jocopilas has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 74°F in January to 76°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 137.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (24.5") and January the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near San Pablo Jocopilas
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Pablo Jocopilas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Tzununya | ||||
| Superitendencia de Administracion Tributaria |
Libraries in San Pablo Jocopilas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| tienda el alfa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Pablo Jocopilas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de San Martín de Porres | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No. 5 |
Stadiums & Teams in San Pablo Jocopilas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Pablo Jocopilas
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | 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 |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Pablo Jocopilas?
San Pablo Jocopilas has a population of 20,433 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 1,548 people per square mile, spread across 13.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Pablo Jocopilas?
San Pablo Jocopilas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.4 inches.