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Santa Cruz Balanyá, Guatemala
Chimaltenango · Guatemala
Santa Cruz Balanyá is a small city in Chimaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 7,825. Elevation: 6,804 ft (2,074 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz Balanyá
Santa Cruz Balanyá is a municipality in the Chimaltenango department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,825 |
| Population Density | 798 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,804 ft (2,074 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6852°, -90.9191° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Chimaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.7 inches (1,769 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz Balanyá
Santa Cruz Balanyá is a small city in Guatemala (Chimaltenango) with a population of 7,825. The city sits at an elevation of 6,804 feet (2,074 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,804 ft (2,074 m) |
| Area | 9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 798/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6852°N, 90.9191°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 | — | 35 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 131 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acatenango (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 21 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 24 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 48 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 66 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 69 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 81 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 10.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 12.6 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
Santa Cruz Balanyá has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 56°F in December to 61°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 69.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.3") and January the driest (0.5").
Schools in Santa Cruz Balanyá
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Nacional de Educación Básica de Telesecundaria - INEBT | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta Rincón Grande | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz Balanyá
16 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 | |
| Radio Guate digital | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Actitud 100.9 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Globo 98.9 Guatemala | 98.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mía 93.7 Guatemala | 93.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 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 Cruz Balanyá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Casa Santo Domingo | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Centro de Formación de la Cooperación Española en La Antigua Guatemala | ||||
| Choco Museo | ||||
| Efrain Recinos | ||||
| La Antigua Galeria de Arte | ||||
| La Nueva Fábrica | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| MUNAG - Museo Nacional de Arte de Guatemala | ||||
| Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo | ||||
| Museo de Arte Colonial | ||||
| Museo de Santiago | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo del Libro Antiguo | ||||
| Museo del Santo Hermano Pedro | ||||
| Museo La Merced | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional de Santiago | ||||
| Museo Regional de Santiago | ||||
| Museo San Augustin | ||||
| Museo Santiago de los Caballeros | ||||
| Museums Promenade | ||||
| Palacio de los Capitanes | ||||
| Santo Domingo del Cerro |
Libraries in Santa Cruz Balanyá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala y de la Fundación Cultural Duane Carter | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Paco Piñas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz Balanyá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Antigua | |||||
| Mercado El Carmen | |||||
| Mercado La Cuchilla | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Comalapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Mercado San Bartolome Milpas Altas | |||||
| Mercado San Bartolome Milpas Altas | |||||
| Twinkle | |||||
| Utz Market | |||||
| ventas |
Restaurants in Santa Cruz Balanyá
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz Balanyá
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Cruz Balanyá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Brewery | ||||
| Cerveceria 14 | ||||
| Cervicería | ||||
| El Zapote |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz Balanyá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Municipal de Futbol San Bartolomé Milpas Altas | ||
| Estadio Municipal Manuel Augusto Navas |
Airports Near Santa Cruz Balanyá
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Cruz Balanyá
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro De Salud Santiago Sacatepequez | ||
| Clínica Médica La Económica | ||
| Sanatorio Casa De La Salud |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz Balanyá
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Dios Pentecostés de América - ELIM - Aldea Chirijuyú, Tecpán G. |
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What is the population of Santa Cruz Balanyá?
Santa Cruz Balanyá has a population of 7,825 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 798 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Balanyá?
Santa Cruz Balanyá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.7 inches.