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Telica, Nicaragua
León Department · Nicaragua
Telica is a small city in León Department, Nicaragua with a population of 8,776. Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Telica
Telica is a municipality in the León department of Nicaragua. It is located just north of the city of León. Telica volcano, which is among Nicaragua's most active volcanoes, is located within Telica municipality. The population of the municipality is 26,339.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,776 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.5220°, -86.8594° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | León Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.7 inches (1,642 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Telica
Telica is a small city in Nicaragua (León Department) with a population of 8,776. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.7 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Area | 148.0 sq mi (383.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.5220°N, 86.8594°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.9 m (32 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1992 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 9.9 m | 170 | 140 km |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 137 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Telica (10 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 10 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 12 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 17 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 19 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 25 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 37 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 64 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 74 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 92 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 96 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 14.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Telica has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 64.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.3") and January the driest (0.1").
Museums in Telica
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Archivo Alfonso Cortez | ||||
| Museo Archivo Rubén Darío | ||||
| Museo de Arte Fundación Ortiz-Gurdián | ||||
| Museo de la Revolución | ||||
| Museo de Leyendas y Tradiciones | ||||
| Museo Entomológico | ||||
| Museum Adiact |
Libraries in Telica
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Facultad Derecho UNAN León | 0.0 | |||||
| Mariano Fiallos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Telica
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anexo Mercado Central | |||||
| Cerdo | |||||
| Mercadito nuevo | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercosur (Mercado de Candelaria) |
Restaurants in Telica
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Telica
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Telica
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corinto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes 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 Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Telica
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fuente de Vida |
Quick Facts
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12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Telica
What is the population of Telica?
Telica has a population of 8,776 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 148.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Telica?
Telica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.7 inches.