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San Sebastián Huehuetenango, Guatemala
Huehuetenango · Guatemala
San Sebastián Huehuetenango is a small town in Huehuetenango, Guatemala with a population of 1,311. Elevation: 5,636 ft (1,718 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Sebastián Huehuetenango
San Sebastián Huehuetenango is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Huehuetenango. It is located approximately 27 km. north of the city of Huehuetenango on Inter-American Highway heading toward the Mexican border at La Mesilla. The language spoken is Mayan Mam. The majority of the inhabitants are subsistence farmers.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,311 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,636 ft (1,718 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3877°, -91.6153° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Huehuetenango |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.4 inches (1,433 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Sebastián Huehuetenango
San Sebastián Huehuetenango is a small town in Guatemala (Huehuetenango) with a population of 1,311. The city sits at an elevation of 5,636 feet (1,718 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.4 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.7°F |
| 5% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,636 ft (1,718 m) |
| Area | 106.1 sq mi (274.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3877°N, 91.6153°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | — | 91 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 124 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 60 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 67 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 71 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 127 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 129 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 156 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in |
San Sebastián Huehuetenango has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 53°F in January to 59°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and January the driest (0.5").
Radio Stations near San Sebastián Huehuetenango
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Vibra Radio 89.7 Guasave (MX) | banda, banda norteña | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Maxi (Guamúchil) - 92.1 FM - XHGML-FM - Grupo Chávez Radio - Guamúchil, Sinaloa (MX) | 92.1 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in San Sebastián Huehuetenango
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Balam | ||||
| Museo Zaculeo |
Libraries in San Sebastián Huehuetenango
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca URL | 0.0 | |||||
| Blioteca BAM | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Sebastián Huehuetenango
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kul box | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de la Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Kaibil Balam | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Merco Municiapl de Chiantla | |||||
| Plaza Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in San Sebastián Huehuetenango
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Sebastián Huehuetenango
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barillas upper | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ixquisis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Sebastián Huehuetenango
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Ortodoxa de San Marcos Evangelista |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Sebastián Huehuetenango?
San Sebastián Huehuetenango has a population of 1,311 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 106.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Sebastián Huehuetenango?
San Sebastián Huehuetenango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.4 inches.