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Sayaxché, Guatemala
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Sayaxché is a small city in Petén, Guatemala with a population of 9,100. Elevation: 440 ft (134 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Sayaxché
Sayaxché is a municipality in the El Petén department of Guatemala, on the Río La Pasión River. It covers an area of 3,904 square kilometres or 1,507 square miles, and had 55,578 inhabitants at the 2002 Census; the latest official estimate was 114,781 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,100 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 440 ft (134 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.5245°, -90.1880° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Petén |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 106.9 inches (2,716 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sayaxché
Sayaxché is a small city in Guatemala (Petén) with a population of 9,100. The city sits at an elevation of 440 feet (134 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 158 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 440 ft (134 m) |
| Area | 1,384.8 sq mi (3,586.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5245°N, 90.1880°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 14.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 13.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 16.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 8.1 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in |
Sayaxché has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 74°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 106.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.1") and April the driest (2.5").
Schools in Sayaxché
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela primaria y párvulos el centro | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Sayaxché
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Sayaxché
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sayaxché
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sayaxché
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sayaxché
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sayaxché
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sayaxché
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sayaxché
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mundo Maya International Airport | FRS | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Chisec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Industria Chuquibul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Libertad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Macanche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paso Caballos Airport | PCG | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Sayaxché Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tikindustrias Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sayaxché
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San Antonio de Padua |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Sayaxché?
Sayaxché has a population of 9,100 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,384.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sayaxché?
Sayaxché has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 106.9 inches.