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Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Escuintla · Guatemala
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is a large city in Escuintla, Guatemala with a population of 112,780. Elevation: 1,266 ft (386 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is a town, with a population of 58,877, and a municipality in the Escuintla department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 112,780 |
| Population Density | 662 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,266 ft (386 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.3351°, -91.0234° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Escuintla |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 141.9 inches (3,604 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is a large city in Guatemala (Escuintla) with a population of 112,780. The city sits at an elevation of 1,266 feet (386 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 141.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2370 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.3°F |
| 41% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 163 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,266 ft (386 m) |
| Area | 170.4 sq mi (441.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 662/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.3351°N, 91.0234°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | — | 42 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 102 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 96 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 150 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fuego (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 22 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 24 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 34 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 46 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 67 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 69 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 74 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 74 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 14.5 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 25.5 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 17.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 19.4 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 26.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 19.3 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 2.0 in |
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in January to 78°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 141.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (26.7") and January the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faculdad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zoologica | University | — | — |
| Instituto Mixto de Educación Básica por Cooperativa | College | — | — |
| Instituto Mixto de Educación Diversificada Aristides Crespo Villegas | College | — | — |
| USAC | University | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exa FM Guatemala | 101.7 fm, centroamérica | MP3 | |
| 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 Lucía Cotzumalguapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo | ||||
| Museo Cultura Cotzumalguapa | ||||
| Museo del azúcar | ||||
| Museo Rubén Chevez Vandorne |
Farmers Markets in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de La Democracia | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Martin Patulul |
Hotels in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveceria 14 |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia El Calvario | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Parroquia de Santa Lucia |
Quick Facts
Around Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa
1 places within 15 km
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What is the population of Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa has a population of 112,780 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 662 people per square mile, spread across 170.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 141.9 inches.