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Santo Tomás del Norte, Nicaragua
Chinandega Department · Nicaragua
Santo Tomás del Norte is a small town in Chinandega Department, Nicaragua with a population of 608. Elevation: 558 ft (170 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santo Tomás del Norte
Santo Tomás del Norte is a municipality in the Chinandega department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 608 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.1861°, -86.9227° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chinandega Department |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,401 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santo Tomás del Norte
Santo Tomás del Norte is a small town in Nicaragua (Chinandega Department) with a population of 608. The city sits at an elevation of 558 feet (170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Area | 461.4 sq mi (1,195.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.1861°N, 86.9227°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 149 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Cristobal (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 55 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 57 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 65 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 74 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 79 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 81 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 95 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 122 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 135 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 157 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Santo Tomás del Norte has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in December to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Santo Tomás del Norte
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto de Los Limones | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santo Tomás del Norte
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo Beso 94.5 FM | bachata, baladas | MP3 320 kbps |
Libraries in Santo Tomás del Norte
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santo Tomás del Norte
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa |
Stadiums & Teams in Santo Tomás del Norte
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santo Tomás del Norte
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corinto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Grecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santo Tomás del Norte
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica Santo Tomás del Norte |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santo Tomás del Norte
What is the population of Santo Tomás del Norte?
Santo Tomás del Norte has a population of 608 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 461.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santo Tomás del Norte?
Santo Tomás del Norte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.