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Tola, Nicaragua
Rivas Department · Nicaragua
Tola is a small town in Rivas Department, Nicaragua with a population of 2,638. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Tola
Tola is a municipality in the Rivas department of Nicaragua. Tola means "Land of Tula", or "Land of the Toltecs" and its etymology derives from Nahuatl Tōllān, the altepetl of the Classic and Post Classic Toltec Empire of central Mexico. Tola is a direct reference to the Toltec ancestry of the Nahuas in Nicaragua. The indigenous inhabitants of Tola are the Nahuas.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,638 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4393°, -85.9389° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Rivas Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.7 inches (1,542 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tola
Tola is a small town in Nicaragua (Rivas Department) with a population of 2,638. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.7 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 169.0 sq mi (437.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4393°N, 85.9389°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 114 km |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 78 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zapatera (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 36 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 66 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 86 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 95 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 100 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 115 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 127 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 143 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
Tola has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.0") and February the driest (0.1").
Schools in Tola
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela de Las Pilas | — | — | — | — |
| Surf School and board rental | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Público Gaspar García Laviana - Tola | — | — | — | — |
| Flor de sacuanjoche | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tola
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tola
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Hitoria y Antrpología de Rivas |
Libraries in Tola
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Dario | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tola
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Mercado de Rivas | |||||
| Market SJDS | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza del Arte |
Clinics in Tola
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tola
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tola
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tola
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Costa Esmeralda Airport | ECI | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murcielago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tola
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| iglesia bautista de nancimi | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Monte Horeb | |
| Iglesia San Juan de Tola | |
| Villa Eddy Monterrey Catholic's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tola
What is the population of Tola?
Tola has a population of 2,638 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 169.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tola?
Tola 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 79°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.7 inches.