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Tamahú, Guatemala

Alta Verapaz · Guatemala

Tamahú is a small town in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 1,012. Elevation: 3,593 ft (1,095 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,012 Population 4/sq mi density
3,593 ft Elevation 1,095 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
84.2 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Tamahú

Tamahú

Tamahú is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Alta Verapaz.

People

Population1,012
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain84.2 in/yr
Sunny Days183/yr
Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)
Population1,012
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)
Coordinates15.3089°, -90.2360°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceAlta Verapaz
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation84.2 inches (2,138 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tamahú

Tamahú is a small town in Guatemala (Alta Verapaz) with a population of 1,012. The city sits at an elevation of 3,593 feet (1,095 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.2 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Tamahú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 183 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 84.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,593 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Guatemala avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days183 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,593 ft (1,095 m)
Area247.1 sq mi (640.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates15.3089°N, 90.2360°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.2"
122% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.48"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

426 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 65 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 129 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 95 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 81 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 109 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 144 km
Mar 17, 2005 10 km NE of San Bartolo, Guatemala M6.1 124 km
Dec 12, 1999 0 km SSW of Sololá, Guatemala M5.8 119 km
Aug 22, 1993 Guatemala M5.8 129 km
Jul 29, 2025 6 km SE of Comapa, Guatemala M5.7 144 km
May 3, 2004 4 km SSW of Santa María de Jesús, Guatemala M5.7 108 km
Jul 8, 2025 3 km SSW of Amatitlán, Guatemala M5.7 105 km
Jun 18, 2018 12 km SW of Guanagazapa, Guatemala M5.7 141 km
Sep 11, 2001 2 km WNW of San Carlos Sija, Guatemala M5.6 148 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 132 km
Jul 29, 2025 4 km WNW of Jerez, Guatemala M5.6 143 km
Sep 19, 2011 3 km E of Santa María Ixhuatán, Guatemala M5.6 125 km
Jul 23, 2007 9 km NE of Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala M5.5 129 km
May 15, 1997 3 km WNW of Santa Catarina Mita, Guatemala M5.5 107 km
Jan 20, 2015 4 km NNW of San Francisco El Alto, Guatemala M5.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lisa (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 300 km
2020 Nana Category 1 265 km
2016 Earl Category 1 273 km
2010 Richard Category 2 258 km
2001 Iris Category 4 192 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 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 - 130 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (91 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 91 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 104 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 107 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 109 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 110 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 110 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 112 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 113 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 114 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 116 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 116 km
Fuego Stratovolcano(es) 3,763 m (12,346 ft) 2020 116 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 128 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 130 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 141 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
March 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
May 66°F (19°C) 6.1 in Warmest
June 65°F (18°C) 12.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 12.4 in
August 65°F (18°C) 10.1 in
September 65°F (18°C) 12.5 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 9.6 in
November 62°F (16°C) 5.8 in
December 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in

Tamahú has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 60°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 84.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.5") and March the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Tamahú

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Panhorna - - - -
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Radio Stations near Tamahú

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM cristiana, educational AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Tamahú

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Palacio Departamental
Palacio Municipal

Libraries in Tamahú

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Oscar A. Sierra0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Oscar A. Sierra0.0
Biblioteca Purulhá0.0

Farmers Markets in Tamahú

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Cantonal
Mercado Cantonal
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Central Carchá
Mercado Chixtún

Restaurants in Tamahú

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Cabaña

Gas Stations in Tamahú

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Moliendo

Stadiums & Teams in Tamahú

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Airports Near Tamahú

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Aurora International AirportGUALarge Airport
Coban AirportCBVMedium Airport
Rubelsanto AirportRUVMedium Airport
Canilla Airport-Small Airport
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
Chisec Airport-Small Airport
Cuarto Pueblo Airport-Small Airport
Fray Bartolome Airport-Small Airport
Industria Chuquibul Airport-Small Airport
Jayabaj Airport-Small Airport
Playa Grande AirportPKJSmall Airport
San Pedro Cotija Airport-Small Airport
Uspantan Airport-Small Airport
Zacapa Airport-Small Airport
Zacualpa Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Guatemala

🇬🇹 About Guatemala

Capital Guatemala City
Population 17,247,807
Area 108,890 km²
GDP (USD) $104,368,755,055
GDP per capita $5,758
HDI 0.662
Life expectancy 72.6 years
Internet users 56.1%
Urban population 55.6%
Currency GTQ (Quetzal)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +502
TLD .gt
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Guatemala

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
May 1 International Workers' Day International Workers' Day
Jun 30 Army Day Army Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 20 Revolution Day Revolution Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tamahú

What is the population of Tamahú?

Tamahú has a population of 1,012 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 247.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tamahú?

Tamahú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 183 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.2 inches.

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