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Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
Santa Cruz del Quiché is a mid-size city in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 78,279. Elevation: 6,493 ft (1,979 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz del Quiché
Santa Cruz del Quiché is a city, with a population of 78,279, in Guatemala. It serves as the capital of the El Quiché department and the municipal seat of Santa Cruz del Quiché municipality. The city is located at 15.03°N 91.15°W, at an elevation of 2,021 m above sea level. It has an airport, Quiché Airport, located just south of the city.
People
Climate
| Population | 78,279 |
| Population Density | 1,540 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,493 ft (1,979 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0300°, -91.1488° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.9 inches (1,878 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz del Quiché
Santa Cruz del Quiché is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 78,279. The city sits at an elevation of 6,493 feet (1,979 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Santa Cruz del Quiché
Santa Cruz del Quiché has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is May (17.5°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2406 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,493 ft (1,979 m) |
| Area | 50.8 sq mi (131.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,540/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0300°N, 91.1488°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 | — | 43 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 141 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (47 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 48 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 53 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 66 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 68 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 93 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 104 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 126 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 6.8 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 10.5 in | |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 12.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in |
Santa Cruz del Quiché has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 57°F in January to 63°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 73.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.3") and January the driest (1.1").
Schools in Santa Cruz del Quiché
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio El Rosario | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Utatlán | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Tipo Federación "Tecún Umán" | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Normal Mixto "Juan de León" | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Cristiano Sinaí | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio ABC - Colegio Técnico Avanzado | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz del Quiché
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 Cruz del Quiché
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de Q'umarkaj | ||||
| Museo Regional |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz del Quiché
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| La Curacao | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 |
Hotels in Santa Cruz del Quiché
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Cruz del Quiché
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Cruz del Quiché
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santa Cruz del Quiché
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz del Quiché
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Cruz del Quiché
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Santa Cruz del Quiché
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Cruz del Quiché
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz del Quiché
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz del Quiché
16 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 |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz del Quiché
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día (N.º 1) | |
| Iglesia Catedral | |
| Iglesia Catedral | |
| Iglesia El Calvario | |
| Iglesia Jesús Nazareno |
Quick Facts
Around Santa Cruz del Quiché
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz del Quiché
What is the population of Santa Cruz del Quiché?
Santa Cruz del Quiché has a population of 78,279 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 1,540 people per square mile, spread across 50.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz del Quiché?
Santa Cruz del Quiché enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.9 inches.