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Santa Lucía, Nicaragua
Boaco Department · Nicaragua
Santa Lucía is a small town in Boaco Department, Nicaragua with a population of 1,869. Elevation: 1,814 ft (553 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Lucía
Santa Lucía is a municipality in the Boaco department of Nicaragua. It has a population of 10,300 and an extension of 120.78 km2. The capital is the town of Santa Lucía located 94 km from Managua. Approx. 72% of the population lives in rural areas and 28% in the urban zones.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,869 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,814 ft (553 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.5326°, -85.7107° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Boaco Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.8 inches (1,671 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Lucía
Santa Lucía is a small town in Nicaragua (Boaco Department) with a population of 1,869. The city sits at an elevation of 1,814 feet (553 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.8 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.7°F |
| 36% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,814 ft (553 m) |
| Area | 527.0 sq mi (1,364.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.5326°N, 85.7107°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lajas, Las (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 26 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 76 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 78 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 81 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 91 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 106 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 108 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 111 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 123 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 8.5 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 2.5 in |
Santa Lucía has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 65.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.7") and March the driest (0.8").
Schools in Santa Lucía
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Francisca Garcia | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Beatriz Rocha | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Lucía
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Cristo Viene Masaya Nicaragua | — | AAC | |
| Rock FM 105.5 | classic rock, death metal | MP3 256 kbps |
Libraries in Santa Lucía
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 |
Airports Near Santa Lucía
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cumplida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Santa Lucía
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Claro |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Lucía
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa cural | |
| Iglesia Católica |
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What is the population of Santa Lucía?
Santa Lucía has a population of 1,869 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 527.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Lucía?
Santa Lucía has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.8 inches.