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Somotillo, Nicaragua
Chinandega Department · Nicaragua
Somotillo is a small city in Chinandega Department, Nicaragua with a population of 15,385. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Somotillo
Somotillo is a town and a municipality in the Chinandega department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,385 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0439°, -86.9051° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chinandega Department |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.7 inches (1,643 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Somotillo
Somotillo is a small city in Nicaragua (Chinandega Department) with a population of 15,385. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.7 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Somotillo
Somotillo has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.7°C), the coldest is Nov (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1542 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.9°F |
| 52% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Area | 461.4 sq mi (1,195.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0439°N, 86.9051°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 | 144 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 103 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Cristobal (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 40 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 49 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 57 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 57 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 64 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 65 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 72 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 80 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 108 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 121 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 143 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 9.3 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Somotillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 80°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 64.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.2") and February the driest (0.1").
Libraries in Somotillo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Somotillo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa |
Restaurants in Somotillo
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Somotillo
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Somotillo
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Somotillo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Somotillo
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul 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 |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon (Fanor Urroz) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Somotillo?
Somotillo has a population of 15,385 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 461.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Somotillo?
Somotillo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.7 inches.