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Telpaneca, Nicaragua

Madriz Department · Nicaragua

Telpaneca is a small town in Madriz Department, Nicaragua with a population of 2,037. Elevation: 1,637 ft (499 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2,037 Population 13/sq mi density
1,637 ft Elevation 499 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
48.6 in Annual Rain
America / Managua Timezone

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About Telpaneca

Telpaneca

Telpaneca is a municipality in the Madriz department of Nicaragua. It is 218 kilometers from Managua.

People

Population2,037
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Population2,037
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Coordinates13.5315°, -86.2871°
TimezoneAmerica/Managua
Country🇳🇮 Nicaragua
State / ProvinceMadriz Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation48.6 inches (1,235 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Telpaneca

Telpaneca is a small town in Nicaragua (Madriz Department) with a population of 2,037. The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet (499 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.6 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.

Telpaneca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Nicaragua avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Area153.1 sq mi (396.6 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates13.5315°N, 86.2871°W
TimezoneAmerica/Managua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.6"
28% above Nicaragua avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.11"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

199 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 10, 2014 16 km SW of Valle San Francisco, Nicaragua M6.1 126 km
Jun 10, 2016 Nicaragua M6.1 107 km
Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 138 km
Sep 15, 2016 11 km NNE of La Paz Centro, Nicaragua M5.7 127 km
Mar 9, 2007 4 km W of Santa Cruz, Honduras M5.6 123 km
Sep 28, 2016 20 km NNE of Nagarote, Nicaragua M5.5 124 km
Feb 20, 2006 17 km SE of Amapala, Honduras M5.5 144 km
Apr 12, 2001 1 km NNW of Nagarote, Nicaragua M5.4 143 km
Aug 3, 2022 4 km N of La Paz Centro, Nicaragua M5.3 135 km
Jun 10, 2016 21 km S of Somotillo, Nicaragua M5.2 103 km
Aug 5, 1999 6 km WSW of Nagarote, Nicaragua M5.2 149 km
Sep 6, 2022 21 km WNW of Puerto Morazán, Nicaragua M5.2 132 km
Jan 7, 2020 13 km NW of Ciudad Sandino, Nicaragua M5.2 144 km
Jun 14, 2016 16 km ESE of Puerto Morazán, Nicaragua M5.2 115 km
Aug 5, 1999 7 km SSE of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M5.2 106 km
Aug 6, 1999 12 km SW of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M5.2 111 km
Jan 23, 1991 12 km ESE of El Jicaral, Nicaragua M5.1 95 km
Mar 28, 2005 8 km NNE of Telica, Nicaragua M5.1 120 km
Aug 5, 1999 5 km W of La Paz Centro, Nicaragua M5.1 140 km
Jan 3, 2002 12 km NE of Chichigalpa, Nicaragua M5.1 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Julia Category 1 220 km
2020 Iota Category 3 119 km
2020 Eta Category 2 217 km
2009 Ida Category 1 299 km
2007 Felix Category 4 178 km
2005 Beta Category 1 281 km
1998 Mitch Category 2 271 km
1996 Cesar Category 1 264 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 4 220 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (42 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 42 km
Telica Stratovolcano(es) 1,036 m (3,399 ft) 2018 119 km
Rota Stratovolcano 832 m (2,730 ft) Unknown 120 km
San Cristobal Stratovolcano 1,745 m (5,725 ft) 2019 121 km
Negro, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 728 m (2,388 ft) 1999 123 km
Pilas, Las Complex 1,088 m (3,570 ft) 1954 123 km
Momotombo Stratovolcano 1,270 m (4,167 ft) 2016 126 km
Apoyeque Pyroclastic shield 518 m (1,699 ft) -50 144 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 147 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 149 km
Lajas, Las Shield 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 150 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 152 km
Nejapa-Miraflores Fissure vent(s) 360 m (1,181 ft) 1060 157 km
Masaya Caldera 594 m (1,949 ft) 2020 173 km
Granada Fissure vent(s) 300 m (984 ft) Unknown 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 74°F (24°C) 1.3 in
May 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 8.1 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 5.8 in
August 73°F (23°C) 5.8 in
September 73°F (23°C) 8.1 in
October 73°F (23°C) 7.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in

Telpaneca has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.1") and March the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Telpaneca

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela
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Radio Stations near Telpaneca

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stereo Beso 94.5 FM bachata, baladas MP3 320 kbps
Radio Juan Pablo Segundo 97.7 fm MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Telpaneca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de Cultura Calmecalt
Las minas de San Albino
Las minas de San Albino
Museo Comunitario de Palacagüina

Libraries in Telpaneca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Telpaneca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de San Sebastián de Yalí
Mercado Municipal Ocotal

Clinics in Telpaneca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puesto de salud

Stadiums & Teams in Telpaneca

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Airports Near Telpaneca

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Barrio El Aterrizaje AirportSmall Airport
Dos Montes AirportSmall Airport
El Tesoro AirportSmall Airport
Estelí AirportSmall Airport
JinotegaSmall Airport
La Cumplida AirportSmall Airport
Llanos Del Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Los Pollos AirportSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport
Rapaco II AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirportSmall Airport
San Jose AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Telpaneca

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Católica de Telpaneca

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Managua

🇳🇮 About Nicaragua

Capital Managua
Population 6,465,513
Area 129,494 km²
GDP (USD) $17,805,842,284
GDP per capita $2,609
HDI 0.706
Life expectancy 75.0 years
Internet users 58.2%
Urban population 59.1%
Currency NIO (Cordoba)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +505
TLD .ni
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Nicaragua

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 1 Air Force Day Air Force Day
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Holy Thursday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 27 Army Day Army Day
Jul 19 Liberation Day Liberation Day
Sep 14 Battle of San Jacinto Battle of San Jacinto
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 12 Indigenous Resistance Day Indigenous Resistance Day
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Immaculate Conception
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About Telpaneca

What is the population of Telpaneca?

Telpaneca has a population of 2,037 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 153.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Telpaneca?

Telpaneca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches.

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