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Santa Rosa del Peñón, Nicaragua
León Department · Nicaragua
Santa Rosa del Peñón is a small town in León Department, Nicaragua with a population of 2,913. Elevation: 577 ft (176 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Rosa del Peñón
Santa Rosa del Peñón is a municipality in the León department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,913 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.8012°, -86.3699° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | León Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.9 inches (1,394 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Rosa del Peñón
Santa Rosa del Peñón is a small town in Nicaragua (León Department) with a population of 2,913. The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet (176 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.9 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Area | 272.1 sq mi (704.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.8012°N, 86.3699°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 41 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 46 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 49 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 49 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 55 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 62 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 70 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 76 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 93 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 132 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Santa Rosa del Peñón has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Santa Rosa del Peñón
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela José De la Cruz Mena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1 Punto | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Santa Rosa del Peñón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de cultura Noel Ortuño | ||||
| Casa Natal Rubén Darío | ||||
| Museo |
Libraries in Santa Rosa del Peñón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Rosa del Peñón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado San Pedro |
Clinics in Santa Rosa del Peñón
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Rosa del Peñón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Rosa del Peñón
20 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 |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Cumplida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon (Fanor Urroz) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Rosa del Peñón
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Rosa del Peñón
What is the population of Santa Rosa del Peñón?
Santa Rosa del Peñón has a population of 2,913 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 272.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Rosa del Peñón?
Santa Rosa del Peñón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches.