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Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Suchitepeque · Guatemala
Santa Bárbara is a small city in Suchitepeque, Guatemala with a population of 17,172. Elevation: 1,394 ft (425 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara is one of the 18 departments (departamentos) into which Honduras is divided. The departmental capital is Santa Bárbara.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,172 |
| Population Density | 224 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,394 ft (425 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.4356°, -91.2269° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Suchitepeque |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 135.2 inches (3,433 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara is a small city in Guatemala (Suchitepeque) with a population of 17,172. The city sits at an elevation of 1,394 feet (425 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.2 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2370 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,394 ft (425 m) |
| Area | 76.8 sq mi (198.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 224/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.4356°N, 91.2269°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 | — | 24 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 88 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 76 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (20 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 38 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 39 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 50 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 51 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 68 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 94 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 122 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 13.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 23.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 16.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 18.9 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 24.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 20.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in |
Santa Bárbara has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 135.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (24.0") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Santa Bárbara
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| 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 Santa Bárbara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Museo Cultura Cotzumalguapa | ||||
| Museo del azúcar |
Farmers Markets in Santa Bárbara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Martin Patulul | |||||
| Nueva Terminal |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Bárbara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Bárbara
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico 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 |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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What is the population of Santa Bárbara?
Santa Bárbara has a population of 17,172 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 224 people per square mile, spread across 76.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Bárbara?
Santa Bárbara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.2 inches.