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Tipitapa, Nicaragua
Managua Department · Nicaragua
Tipitapa is a mid-size city in Managua Department, Nicaragua with a population of 50,000. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tipitapa
Tipitapa is a city and municipality in the Managua department of western Nicaragua. The area is located between Lake Managua and Lake Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,000 |
| Population Density | 90 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.1973°, -86.0971° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Managua Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.2 inches (1,403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tipitapa
Tipitapa is a mid-size city in Nicaragua (Managua Department) with a population of 50,000. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Tipitapa
Tipitapa has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1261 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 553.5 sq mi (1,433.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 90/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.1973°N, 86.0971°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Masaya (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 25 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 26 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 27 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 42 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 44 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 54 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 72 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 74 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 90 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 93 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
Tipitapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in December to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.0") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in Tipitapa
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Huellas de Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Público Sacuanjoche | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Pedro Joaquín Chamorro | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Escolar Rubén Darío Cofradía | - | - | - | - |
| Christian Mission Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Público Brenda Cano | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de capacitación Mundo de Fe | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tipitapa
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Nueva Radio | Nicaragua | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Conexión Romántica | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Cristo Viene Masaya Nicaragua | - | AAC | |
| Fiesta Latina 89.1 FM | bachata, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Monimbo Radio | - | MP3 |
Museums in Tipitapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient footprints of Acahualinca | ||||
| Ancient footprints of Acahualinca | ||||
| Centro Cultural Alejandro Vega Matus | ||||
| Centro de Historia Francisco Meza | ||||
| Centro de Historia Francisco Meza | ||||
| Centro de Visitantes Volcán Masaya | ||||
| Hall of Fame | ||||
| Hall of Fame | ||||
| MI-25 | ||||
| MI-25 | ||||
| Museo camilo ortega | ||||
| Museo del Folclor | ||||
| Museo Juan Pablo II | ||||
| Museo Juan Pablo II | ||||
| Museo Julio Buitrago | ||||
| Museo Julio Buitrago | ||||
| Museo Lolita Soriano. | ||||
| Museo Lolita Soriano. | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Nindiri | ||||
| Museo Nacudarí | ||||
| Old Railway Station of Masaya | ||||
| Palacio Nacional de la Cultura | ||||
| Palacio Nacional de la Cultura | ||||
| Viva Sandino | ||||
| Viva Sandino | ||||
| Volcán Masaya Museum |
Libraries in Tipitapa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Alemana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Braile | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Centro Cultural Batahola Norte | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Esmán Marín | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca José Coronel Urtecho, UCA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Julio Buitrago | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Darío | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pablo Antonio Cuadra | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de Copias YOKI | 0.0 | |||||
| Community Library "La casita del árbol" | 0.0 | |||||
| Élvis Díaz Romero | 0.0 | |||||
| Industria López | 0.0 | |||||
| José Coronel Urtecho | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Aura | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Polisal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tipitapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calle Miel Nicaragua | |||||
| Calle Miel Nicaragua | |||||
| Carnicero | |||||
| Casa de las Artesanias | |||||
| El Chorizo | |||||
| El Zumen | |||||
| Farmers Market Las Colinas | |||||
| Farmers Market Las Colinas | |||||
| Farmers Market Las Colinas | |||||
| Galerón de Abarrotes | |||||
| Local market Ernesto Fernández | |||||
| Mercadito Bello Horizonte | |||||
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Mercado de Artesania | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanias de Masaya | |||||
| Mercado de Tipitapa | |||||
| Mercado Israel Lewites | |||||
| Mercado Mayoreo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ernesto Fernandez | |||||
| Mercado Roberto Huembes | |||||
| Mercado San Benito | |||||
| Mercado San Judas | |||||
| Mercado Virgen de Candelaria | |||||
| Mercado Virgen de Candelaria | |||||
| Ragar | |||||
| Zona de Plástico |
Restaurants in Tipitapa
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tipitapa
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tipitapa
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tipitapa
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tipitapa
6 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tipitapa
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tipitapa
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tipitapa
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Tipitapa
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Tipitapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa cervecera |
Stadiums & Teams in Tipitapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Nacional de fútbol de Nicaragua | ||
| Estadio Nacional Soberanía |
Airports Near Tipitapa
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tipitapa
83 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AA "El buen camino" | ||
| Audinic | ||
| Casa Nazareth | ||
| Centro de Columna y Ortopedia | ||
| Centro de Imagen y Diagnóstico Bethel Las Brisas. | ||
| centro de imágenes y diagnósticos neurocirugia | ||
| Centro de Salud Carlos Rugama | ||
| Centro de Salud Che Guevara | ||
| Centro diagnóstico por imágenes para la mujer (cim) | ||
| Centro Médico Pérez Ocón | ||
| Centro oft. Altmira | ||
| Centro Oftalmológico Dr Oscar Acevedo. (Dr Héctor Morales, Otorrinolaring.) | ||
| Centro Quirúrgico Apolonio Berrios | ||
| centro radiologico calderon Dr.Marlon Jiménez agirre | ||
| Centro Salud San Jacinto | ||
| Centro Visual Cristiano | ||
| Centro visual Cristiano | ||
| Cipro clínica de imagenes(dr. Salazar) | ||
| Clínica cardiologica del Valle | ||
| clínica DavinChi | ||
| Clínica de Alta Especialidad Da Vinci | ||
| Clínica de Asma y Alergia | ||
| Clínica de Cardioprotección del Dr Noel Lorío Juárez. | ||
| Clínica de la Audición | ||
| Clínica de Medicina General y Terapias Alternativas | ||
| Clínica de Ortodoncia Dr. Alejandro Saldaña | ||
| Clínica del Hígado | ||
| Clínica del Pie Bello Horizonte | ||
| Clínica del Pie Foot Life | ||
| Clínica del pie Wonderful Feet | ||
| Clínica Del Pie-Bello Horizonte | ||
| Clínica dental Dra. Laura Vargas. | ||
| Clínica dental san José | ||
| Clínica Don Bosco | ||
| Clínica Dr. Chester Medal | ||
| Clínica Dr. Christian Sánchez Castrillo (Neumólogo) | ||
| Clínica Dr. Salgado | ||
| Clinica Génesis | ||
| Clínica Las Américas | ||
| Clínica médica Pasteur | ||
| Clínica Médica Universal | ||
| Clínica Médica Vita | ||
| Clínica Munguía | ||
| Clínica Pediátrica Fontana | ||
| Clínica Plaza España | ||
| Clínica Salud del Pie | ||
| clínica Santa Fe (Dra. Guido) | ||
| Clínica Tiscapa | ||
| Clínica Vida Saludable | ||
| Clínica Villa del Sur | ||
| Consultorio Médico Siloe Dr. María Auxiliadora González | ||
| corpus cristhi | ||
| De Nefrologia | ||
| Dispromedical | ||
| Dr. Esteban Bendaña | ||
| Dr. Javier Cerpas | ||
| Dr. Lester Espinoza | ||
| Dr. Walter Díaz Neira (Neurólogo) | ||
| Dra. Deborah Elizabeth | ||
| Dra. Jackeline Lawey | ||
| DRA. Rosa Carolina | ||
| Enachem | ||
| Erendira Rizo | ||
| Esbell (Cirugía Plástica) | ||
| Especialidades Medica | ||
| Firenze | ||
| Genesis Pediatric Clinic | ||
| Laboratorio Clínico C.J. Finlay | ||
| Lic. Nubia Flores | ||
| Medlab | ||
| Oftalmolaser | ||
| Omnilife #Puente | ||
| Operación Sonrisa | ||
| Orthoclinic #Puente | ||
| Policlínica Lomas del Valle | ||
| Policlinica nicaragüense | ||
| Popolna | ||
| Puesto de Salud "La Primavera" | ||
| Puesto Médico Carlos Marx | ||
| Puesto Médico José Dolores Estrada | ||
| Puesto Médico Selim Shible | ||
| Richard' Clínica | ||
| Zmedical Clínica Especializada |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tipitapa
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa de Adoracion | |
| I Iglesia Cuadrangular de Tipitapa | |
| Iglesia de Cristo Rom 16:16 | |
| Iglesia Enmanuel | |
| Iglesia Fe Abundante | |
| Iglesia Fraternidad Santa | |
| Iglesia Jeremias | |
| Iglesia La Gran Cosecha | |
| Iglesia Leon de la Tribu de Juda | |
| Iglesia Menonita Rios de Agua Viva | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal | |
| Iglesia Rios de Agua Viva | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Tipitapa
9 places within 15 km
- • Las delicias
- • Los Mangos
- • Los Placeres
- • Los Placeres
- • Los Placeres
- + 3 more
- • Galería Vivas
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What is the population of Tipitapa?
Tipitapa has a population of 50,000 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 553.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tipitapa?
Tipitapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.