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San Rafael Las Flores, Guatemala

Santa Rosa Department · Guatemala

San Rafael Las Flores is a small town in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala with a population of 2,572. Elevation: 4,354 ft (1,327 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,572 Population 23/sq mi density
4,354 ft Elevation 1,327 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
62.3 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About San Rafael Las Flores

San Rafael Las Flores is a municipality in the Santa Rosa Department in southeastern Guatemala. As of 2020, it had a population of 13,620.

People

Population2,572
Density23/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain62.3 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Population2,572
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Coordinates14.4760°, -90.1786°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceSanta Rosa Department
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation62.3 inches (1,583 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Rafael Las Flores

San Rafael Las Flores is a small town in Guatemala (Santa Rosa Department) with a population of 2,572. The city sits at an elevation of 4,354 feet (1,327 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

San Rafael Las Flores enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,354 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Guatemala avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Area111.0 sq mi (287.4 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates14.4760°N, 90.1786°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.3"
64% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,345 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 29, 2025.

Jun 22, 2017 28 km SW of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.8 120 km
Jun 13, 2007 43 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.7 113 km
Jan 10, 1998 10 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.6 140 km
Jan 21, 2003 33 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.5 114 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 97 km
Jun 6, 1999 6 km ESE of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.3 91 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 104 km
May 10, 1998 28 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.3 108 km
Feb 16, 2022 12 km WSW of Nueva Concepción, Guatemala M6.2 136 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 89 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 31 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 33 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 83 km
Mar 3, 1998 9 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.1 139 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 66 km
Apr 15, 2008 42 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.1 111 km
Mar 17, 2005 10 km NE of San Bartolo, Guatemala M6.1 149 km
Dec 4, 1997 33 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.0 107 km
Nov 9, 2002 40 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 136 km
Aug 25, 2003 5 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Adrian (2005).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Adrian Category 1 220 km
2001 Iris Category 4 249 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 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 116 km
1902 EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA Questionable Earthquake 2.0 m 185 131 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 149 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 96 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Flores (27 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 27 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 29 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 30 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 37 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 43 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 44 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 47 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 50 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 54 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 60 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 61 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 63 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 75 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 75 km
Fuego Stratovolcano(es) 3,763 m (12,346 ft) 2020 76 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
April 71°F (21°C) 2.2 in Warmest
May 70°F (21°C) 7.4 in
June 69°F (21°C) 12.1 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 9.4 in
August 69°F (21°C) 8.7 in
September 69°F (20°C) 11.9 in
October 68°F (20°C) 8.1 in
November 67°F (19°C) 1.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in Coldest

San Rafael Las Flores has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 66°F in December to 71°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 62.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.1") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Rafael Las Flores

14 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 Actitud christian music MP3 128 kbps
Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM deportes, hits AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Guate digital MP3 128 kbps
Actitud 100.9 FM MP3 128 kbps
Globo 98.9 Guatemala 98.9 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Mía 93.7 Guatemala 93.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in San Rafael Las Flores

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal de Palencia0.0

Farmers Markets in San Rafael Las Flores

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Futuro Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Palencia
Mercado Municipal Palencia

Stadiums & Teams in San Rafael Las Flores

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Rafael Las Flores

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Aurora International AirportGUALarge Airport
San José AirportGSJMedium Airport
Canilla AirportSmall Airport
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
El Naranjo AirportENJSmall Airport
El Palmer AirportSmall Airport
El Ronco AirportSmall Airport
Iztapa AeroclubSmall Airport
Jayabaj AirportSmall Airport
Jutiapa AirportSmall Airport
Monterrico AirportSmall Airport
Zacapa AirportSmall Airport
Zacualpa AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Guatemala

🇬🇹 About Guatemala

Capital Guatemala City
Population 17,247,807
Area 108,890 km²
GDP (USD) $104,368,755,055
GDP per capita $5,758
HDI 0.662
Life expectancy 72.6 years
Internet users 56.1%
Urban population 55.6%
Currency GTQ (Quetzal)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +502
TLD .gt
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Guatemala

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
May 1 International Workers' Day International Workers' Day
Jun 30 Army Day Army Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 20 Revolution Day Revolution Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About San Rafael Las Flores

What is the population of San Rafael Las Flores?

San Rafael Las Flores has a population of 2,572 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 111.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Rafael Las Flores?

San Rafael Las Flores 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 69°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.3 inches.

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