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Santa Catarina Palopó, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
Santa Catarina Palopó is a small town in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 2,948. Elevation: 5,220 ft (1,591 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Catarina Palopó
Santa Catarina Palopó is a municipality in the Sololá department of Guatemala. The municipality is located on the shores of Lake Atitlán, approximately 3 miles southeast of Panajachel, a popular tourist destination. To its southeast is San Antonio Palopó. The three aforementioned towns are connected by one paved road, which runs directly through Santa Catarina Palopó.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,948 |
| Population Density | 491 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,220 ft (1,591 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7234°, -91.1343° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Sololá |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.3 inches (2,065 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Catarina Palopó
Santa Catarina Palopó is a small town in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 2,948. The city sits at an elevation of 5,220 feet (1,591 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,220 ft (1,591 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 491/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7234°N, 91.1343°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 | — | 14 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 116 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (14 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 14 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 37 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 39 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 42 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 45 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 51 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 69 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 101 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 114 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 14.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 15.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 10.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in |
Santa Catarina Palopó has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 56°F in January to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.1") and January the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Santa Catarina Palopó
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 Catarina Palopó
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya |
Libraries in Santa Catarina Palopó
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Catarina Palopó
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Comalapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Hotels in Santa Catarina Palopó
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Catarina Palopó
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Catarina Palopó
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Santa Catarina Palopó
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Catarina Palopó
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Catarina Palopó
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Catarina Palopó
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Catarina Palopó
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | 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 |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Santa Catarina Palopó?
Santa Catarina Palopó has a population of 2,948 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 491 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Catarina Palopó?
Santa Catarina Palopó enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.3 inches.