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Santa Cruz La Laguna, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
Santa Cruz La Laguna is a small town in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 1,422. Elevation: 5,531 ft (1,686 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz La Laguna
Santa Cruz La Laguna is a municipality located on the northern shore of Lago de Atitlán in the Sololá department of Guatemala. It consists of the villages of Santa Cruz La Laguna and Tzununá as well as four smaller villages (caseríos). As of 2018 the estimated population is 9,392 people and the area is populated almost entirely by the Kaq'chikel indigenous Maya people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,422 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,531 ft (1,686 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7442°, -91.2072° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Sololá |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,014 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz La Laguna
Santa Cruz La Laguna is a small town in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 1,422. The city sits at an elevation of 5,531 feet (1,686 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 202 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,531 ft (1,686 m) |
| Area | 81.1 sq mi (210.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7442°N, 91.2072°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 | — | 11 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 112 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 90 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 15 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 34 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 37 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 45 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 46 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 77 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 106 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 108 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 145 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 15.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 10.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in |
Santa Cruz La Laguna has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 58°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Santa Cruz La Laguna
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish school | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela mixta Tecun Uman | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz La Laguna
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 La Laguna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya |
Libraries in Santa Cruz La Laguna
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz La Laguna
| 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, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Hotels in Santa Cruz La Laguna
15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Cruz La Laguna
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Cruz La Laguna
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Cruz La Laguna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz La Laguna
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz La Laguna
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico 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 Cruz La Laguna?
Santa Cruz La Laguna has a population of 1,422 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 81.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz La Laguna?
Santa Cruz La Laguna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.