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Santa Cruz Verapaz, Guatemala
Alta Verapaz · Guatemala
Santa Cruz Verapaz is a small city in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 5,843. Elevation: 4,633 ft (1,412 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz Verapaz
Santa Cruz Verapaz is a town and municipality in the Guatemalan department of Alta Verapaz. The municipality lies at an altitude of 1,406 metres (4,613 ft) above sea level. It has a population of 32,042 and covers an area of 99.9 km². The annual festival is May 1-May 5.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,843 |
| Population Density | 193 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,633 ft (1,412 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3734°, -90.4286° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Alta Verapaz |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 95.5 inches (2,426 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz Verapaz
Santa Cruz Verapaz is a small city in Guatemala (Alta Verapaz) with a population of 5,843. The city sits at an elevation of 4,633 feet (1,412 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 95.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,633 ft (1,412 m) |
| Area | 30.3 sq mi (78.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 193/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3734°N, 90.4286°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | — | 119 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Agua (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 108 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 111 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 112 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 134 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 13.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 11.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 13.2 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 11.5 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in |
Santa Cruz Verapaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 61°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 95.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.3") and March the driest (3.2").
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz Verapaz
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM | cristiana, educational | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Santa Cruz Verapaz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palacio Departamental | ||||
| Palacio Municipal |
Libraries in Santa Cruz Verapaz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Oscar A. Sierra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Oscar A. Sierra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Purulhá | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz Verapaz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Cantonal | |||||
| Mercado Cantonal | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central Carchá | |||||
| Mercado Chixtún |
Hotels in Santa Cruz Verapaz
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Cruz Verapaz
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Cruz Verapaz
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz Verapaz
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Cruz Verapaz
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz Verapaz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz Verapaz
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chisec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Industria Chuquibul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | 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 Cruz Verapaz?
Santa Cruz Verapaz has a population of 5,843 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 193 people per square mile, spread across 30.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Verapaz?
Santa Cruz Verapaz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.5 inches.