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San Rafael La Independencia, Guatemala
Huehuetenango · Guatemala
San Rafael La Independencia is a small town in Huehuetenango, Guatemala with a population of 1,059. Elevation: 8,261 ft (2,518 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Rafael La Independencia
San Rafael La Independencia is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Huehuetenango. Their native language is akateko.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,059 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,261 ft (2,518 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.7015°, -91.5355° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Huehuetenango |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.5 inches (1,816 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Rafael La Independencia
San Rafael La Independencia is a small town in Guatemala (Huehuetenango) with a population of 1,059. The city sits at an elevation of 8,261 feet (2,518 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 208 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,261 ft (2,518 m) |
| Area | 2,995.6 sq mi (7,758.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.7015°N, 91.5355°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 | — | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (88 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 88 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 101 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 105 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 151 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 178 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 10.9 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.2 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 12.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 8.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in |
San Rafael La Independencia has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 56°F in January to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.5") and February the driest (1.0").
Museums in San Rafael La Independencia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Balam |
Farmers Markets in San Rafael La Independencia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| 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 |
Stadiums & Teams in San Rafael La Independencia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Rafael La Independencia
23 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 |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Rafael La Independencia
What is the population of San Rafael La Independencia?
San Rafael La Independencia has a population of 1,059 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,995.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Rafael La Independencia?
San Rafael La Independencia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.5 inches.