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Taxisco, Guatemala

Santa Rosa Department · Guatemala

Taxisco is a small city in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala with a population of 6,518. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

6,518 Population 28/sq mi density
591 ft Elevation 180 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
77.1 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Taxisco

Taxisco is a town and municipality in the Santa Rosa department of Guatemala. It is located close to the Pacific Ocean.

People

Population6,518
Density28/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain77.1 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Population6,518
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Coordinates14.0672°, -90.4679°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceSanta Rosa Department
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation77.1 inches (1,959 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Taxisco

Taxisco is a small city in Guatemala (Santa Rosa Department) with a population of 6,518. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet (180 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Taxisco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 77.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Guatemala avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area232.2 sq mi (601.5 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates14.0672°N, 90.4679°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 77.1"
103% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 16.50"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,001 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 29, 2025.

Jun 22, 2017 28 km SW of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.8 67 km
Jun 13, 2007 43 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.7 59 km
Jan 10, 1998 10 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.6 114 km
Jan 21, 2003 33 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.5 59 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 121 km
May 10, 1998 28 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.3 53 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 90 km
Jun 6, 1999 6 km ESE of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.3 38 km
Feb 16, 2022 12 km WSW of Nueva Concepción, Guatemala M6.2 101 km
May 12, 2017 78 km SSW of Acajutla, El Salvador M6.2 135 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 47 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 86 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 85 km
Apr 15, 2008 42 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.1 58 km
Aug 28, 2024 56 km SSW of La Libertad, El Salvador M6.1 148 km
Mar 3, 1998 9 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.1 113 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 16 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 40 km
Nov 9, 2002 40 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 86 km
Aug 25, 2003 5 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Adrian (2005).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Adrian Category 1 175 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 105 km
1902 EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA Questionable Earthquake 2.0 m 185 122 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 83 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tecuamburro (12 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 12 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 30 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 38 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 40 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 53 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 58 km
Fuego Stratovolcano(es) 3,763 m (12,346 ft) 2020 63 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 65 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 71 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 73 km
Apaneca Range Stratovolcano(es) 2,036 m (6,680 ft) Unknown 76 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 80 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 83 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 90 km
Santa Ana Stratovolcano 2,381 m (7,812 ft) 2005 94 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
April 80°F (26°C) 2.3 in Warmest
May 80°F (26°C) 7.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 14.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 10.8 in
August 79°F (26°C) 11.1 in
September 78°F (26°C) 16.5 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 10.8 in
November 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Taxisco has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in December to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 77.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Taxisco

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Actitud christian music MP3 128 kbps
Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM deportes, hits AAC+ 32 kbps

Libraries in Taxisco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Librería Jassmín0.0

Farmers Markets in Taxisco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Taxisco

25 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atelie Del Mar
Baule Beach
Brisas Del Mar
Bungalows Familiares
Cafe Del Sol
El Delfin
El Mangle
El Marañon
Gente Del Mar
Hospedaje Las Garzas
Hotel de La Palma
Hotel El Jordan
Hotel Jeresol
Hotel Marlin
Hotel Medrano
Hotel Posada Don Sebastian
Hotel Villas de Monterrico
Johnny's Place
Las Sirenas
Los Almendros
Pez de Oro
Playa Saltamonte
Utz Tzaba
Villa Cairos
Villa Nonna

Restaurants in Taxisco

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante Lesly
Super Chapincito

Bus Stations in Taxisco

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus to Antigua @15:00

Gas Stations in Taxisco

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GT #10777657774
GT #10777663712
GT #4053806267

Banks in Taxisco

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BAM

Stadiums & Teams in Taxisco

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Airports Near Taxisco

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Aurora International AirportGUALarge Airport
San José AirportGSJMedium Airport
El Jocotillo AirportSmall Airport
El Naranjo AirportENJSmall Airport
El Zapote AirportSmall Airport
Iztapa AeroclubSmall Airport
Jutiapa AirportSmall Airport
Monterrico AirportSmall 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 Taxisco

What is the population of Taxisco?

Taxisco has a population of 6,518 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 232.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Taxisco?

Taxisco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.1 inches.

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