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Sibilia, Guatemala
Quetzaltenango · Guatemala
Sibilia is a small town in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 1,180. Elevation: 9,163 ft (2,793 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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About Sibilia
Sibilia is a municipality in the Quetzaltenango Department of Guatemala. It covers an area of 28 km² and sits at an elevation of 2800 metres above sea level. The town is roughly located 19km northwest of the department capital, Quetzaltenango, and 126km east from the country's capital, Guatemala City. As of 2023, it has a population of 9,220. The region is known for strong Mestizo migration to areas of the U.S. like Los Angeles, Oklahoma City, and the South Florida cities of West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale, where they maintain big communities of Sibilia growing.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,180 |
| Population Density | 62 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,163 ft (2,793 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9939°, -91.6237° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quetzaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.3 inches (1,404 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sibilia
Sibilia is a small town in Guatemala (Quetzaltenango) with a population of 1,180. The city sits at an elevation of 9,163 feet (2,793 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,163 ft (2,793 m) |
| Area | 19.0 sq mi (49.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 62/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9939°N, 91.6237°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 | — | 56 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 116 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 25 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 27 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 54 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 63 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 97 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 99 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 129 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 161 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 10.4 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 0.5 in |
Sibilia has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 51°F in January to 56°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 55.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Sibilia
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sibilia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango | ||||
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo Casa Botrán | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya | ||||
| Railway Museum Los Altos | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in Sibilia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de San Marcos | 0.0 | |||||
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sibilia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado no. 1 | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Mercado Trigales | |||||
| Terminal Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Sibilia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sibilia
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Sibilia?
Sibilia has a population of 1,180 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 19.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sibilia?
Sibilia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.3 inches.