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Santa María Visitación, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
Santa María Visitación is a small town in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 1,487. Elevation: 6,722 ft (2,049 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa María Visitación
Santa María Visitación is a municipality in the Sololá department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,487 |
| Population Density | 179 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,722 ft (2,049 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7172°, -91.3084° |
| 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 María Visitación
Santa María Visitación is a small town in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 1,487. The city sits at an elevation of 6,722 feet (2,049 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 | 6,722 ft (2,049 m) |
| Area | 8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 179/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7172°N, 91.3084°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 | 103 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 80 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (17 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 17 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 24 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 27 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 52 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 54 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 67 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 85 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 98 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 115 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 168 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 María Visitación 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").
Radio Stations near Santa María Visitación
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | 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 | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Santa María Visitación
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango | ||||
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya | ||||
| Railway Museum Los Altos | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in Santa María Visitación
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 | |||||
| tienda el alfa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa María Visitación
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No. 5 | |||||
| Mercado Trigales | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Restaurants in Santa María Visitación
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa María Visitación
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa María Visitación
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa María Visitación
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa María Visitación
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla 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 María Visitación?
Santa María Visitación has a population of 1,487 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 179 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María Visitación?
Santa María Visitación 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.