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San Pedro La Laguna, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
San Pedro La Laguna is a small city in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 9,681. Elevation: 5,217 ft (1,590 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Pedro La Laguna
San Pedro La Laguna is a Guatemalan town on the southwest shore of Lake Atitlán. For centuries, San Pedro La Laguna has been inhabited by the Tz'utujil people, and in recent years it has also become a tourist destination for its Spanish language schools, nightlife, and proximity to the lake and volcanoes, particularly Volcán San Pedro, at whose base San Pedro La Laguna is located.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,681 |
| Population Density | 438 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,217 ft (1,590 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6930°, -91.2720° |
| 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 Pedro La Laguna
San Pedro La Laguna is a small city in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 9,681. The city sits at an elevation of 5,217 feet (1,590 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 | 5,217 ft (1,590 m) |
| Area | 22.1 sq mi (57.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 438/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6930°N, 91.2720°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 | — | 6 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 103 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 13 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 29 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 31 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 | 62 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 80 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 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 | 146 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 164 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 Pedro 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 Pedro La Laguna
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooperativa Spanish School | — | — | — | — |
| San Pedro Spanish School | — | — | — | — |
| Mayab Language School | — | — | — | — |
| Community Spanish School | — | — | — | — |
| San Pedro Lake Atitlan Spanish School | — | — | — | — |
| Maya Atitlan Spanish School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Pedro 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 Pedro La Laguna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in San Pedro La Laguna
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 | |||||
| tienda el alfa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Pedro La Laguna
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No. 5 | |||||
| Mercado Trigales | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Hotels in San Pedro La Laguna
24 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Pedro La Laguna
59 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Pedro La Laguna
21 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Pedro La Laguna
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San Pedro La Laguna
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San Pedro La Laguna
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Pedro La Laguna
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Pedro La Laguna
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in San Pedro La Laguna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in San Pedro La Laguna
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Pedro La Laguna
16 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 |
| 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 |
Post Offices in San Pedro La Laguna
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| dhl |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Pedro La Laguna
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| El Redentor | |
| Emmanuel C.A. | |
| Iglesia Bautista | |
| Iglesia Bautista Rosa de Saron | |
| Iglesia de Dios Pentecostes de América | |
| Iglesia del Nazareno | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Esmirna |
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What is the population of San Pedro La Laguna?
San Pedro La Laguna has a population of 9,681 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 438 people per square mile, spread across 22.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Pedro La Laguna?
San Pedro 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.