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San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta, Guatemala
San Marcos · Guatemala
San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta is a small town in San Marcos, Guatemala with a population of 4,320. Elevation: 3,406 ft (1,038 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta is a municipality in the San Marcos department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,320 |
| Population Density | 191 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,406 ft (1,038 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9305°, -91.9139° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | San Marcos |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.9 inches (2,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta is a small town in Guatemala (San Marcos) with a population of 4,320. The city sits at an elevation of 3,406 feet (1,038 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,406 ft (1,038 m) |
| Area | 22.6 sq mi (58.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 191/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9305°N, 91.9139°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 | — | 79 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 105 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 69 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 31 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 43 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 45 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 121 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 122 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 6.8 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 14.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 20.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 15.0 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 17.3 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 22.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 17.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in |
San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 126.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (22.4") and January the driest (1.2").
Radio Stations near San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de San Marcos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Pajapita | |||||
| Mercado no. 1 | |||||
| Metamercado | |||||
| Terminal Market |
Hotels in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia San Rafael |
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What is the population of San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta?
San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta has a population of 4,320 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 22.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta?
San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.