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Santo Tomás, Nicaragua
Chontales Department · Nicaragua
Santo Tomás is a small city in Chontales Department, Nicaragua with a population of 14,809. Elevation: 1,352 ft (412 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 14,809 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0694°, -85.0906° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chontales Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.6 inches (1,843 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santo Tomás
Santo Tomás is a small city in Nicaragua (Chontales Department) with a population of 14,809. The city sits at an elevation of 1,352 feet (412 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 72.6 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Santo Tomás
Santo Tomás has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is Dec (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1942 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.4°F |
| 41% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Area | 403.2 sq mi (1,044.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.0694°N, 85.0906°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lajas, Las (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 83 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 117 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 134 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 137 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 140 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 147 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 162 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 180 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
Santo Tomás has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.7") and March the driest (1.2").
Schools in Santo Tomás
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Cristo Rey | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santo Tomás
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock FM 105.5 | classic rock, death metal | MP3 256 kbps |
Restaurants in Santo Tomás
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Santo Tomás
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santo Tomás
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santo Tomás
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santo Tomás
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santo Tomás?
Santo Tomás has a population of 14,809 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 403.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santo Tomás?
Santo Tomás 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 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches.