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Sibinal, Guatemala
San Marcos · Guatemala
Sibinal is a small town in San Marcos, Guatemala with a population of 1,657. Elevation: 8,307 ft (2,532 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Sibinal
Sibinal is a municipality in the San Marcos department of Guatemala. Its name comes from mam tziben (English: "Writing" and nal, meaning "Bernard writings" It was founded in February 1799. It is a mountainous municipality at an altitude about 2500 m near the Mexican-Guatemalan border. The village of Sibinal is one of the points for climbing towards the Volcano Tacaná.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,657 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,307 ft (2,532 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1496°, -92.0489° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | San Marcos |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.9 inches (2,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sibinal
Sibinal is a small town in Guatemala (San Marcos) with a population of 1,657. The city sits at an elevation of 8,307 feet (2,532 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Sibinal
Sibinal has an average annual temperature of 29°C (84°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (28.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2087 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,307 ft (2,532 m) |
| Area | 204.9 sq mi (530.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1496°N, 92.0489°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 | — | 103 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 130 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 94 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (7 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 7 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 69 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 69 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 145 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 147 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 178 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 17.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 11.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 14.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 18.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in |
Sibinal has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 99.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.5") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Sibinal
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sibinal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Soconusco | ||||
| Casa de Cultura |
Libraries in Sibinal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sibinal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| San Juan |
Restaurants in Sibinal
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sibinal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricornio | ||||
| Capricornio |
Stadiums & Teams in Sibinal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sibinal
24 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 |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | 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 |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Providencia de Acapetahua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sibinal
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE | ||
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL COLONIA EL VERGEL |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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What is the population of Sibinal?
Sibinal has a population of 1,657 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 204.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sibinal?
Sibinal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.