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Usumatlán, Guatemala

Zacapa · Guatemala

Usumatlán is a small town in Zacapa, Guatemala with a population of 4,987. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,987 Population 98/sq mi density
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Usumatlán

Usumatlán is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Zacapa. In 2013, the population was 11,045.

People

Population4,987
Density98/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Population4,987
Population Density98 / sq mi
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates14.9478°, -89.7771°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceZacapa
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,010 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Usumatlán

Usumatlán is a small town in Guatemala (Zacapa) with a population of 4,987. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Usumatlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Guatemala avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area51.0 sq mi (132.2 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates14.9478°N, 89.7771°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.19"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

456 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 112 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 134 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 38 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 90 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 146 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 134 km
Sep 12, 1993 27 km S of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.0 143 km
Jan 18, 2010 17 km SW of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.9 141 km
Aug 22, 1993 Guatemala M5.8 127 km
Jun 18, 2018 12 km SW of Guanagazapa, Guatemala M5.7 136 km
May 3, 2004 4 km SSW of Santa María de Jesús, Guatemala M5.7 116 km
Jul 8, 2025 3 km SSW of Amatitlán, Guatemala M5.7 109 km
Jul 29, 2025 6 km SE of Comapa, Guatemala M5.7 99 km
Jun 27, 2012 5 km E of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.7 126 km
Sep 19, 2011 3 km E of Santa María Ixhuatán, Guatemala M5.6 98 km
Nov 11, 1993 28 km S of Taxisco, Guatemala M5.6 145 km
Jul 29, 2025 4 km WNW of Jerez, Guatemala M5.6 94 km
Jul 23, 2007 9 km NE of Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala M5.5 141 km
May 15, 1997 3 km WNW of Santa Catarina Mita, Guatemala M5.5 54 km
Dec 19, 1995 3 km WNW of Tucurú, Guatemala M5.4 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nana (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nana Category 1 260 km
2016 Earl Category 1 288 km
2010 Richard Category 2 280 km
2005 Adrian Category 1 278 km
2001 Iris Category 4 181 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 84 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake - - 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (28 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 28 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 47 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 59 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 60 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 61 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 69 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 75 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 82 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 92 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 96 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 101 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 108 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 109 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 111 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 117 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
June 80°F (26°C) 8.2 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
October 78°F (25°C) 3.5 in
November 76°F (25°C) 1.2 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in

Usumatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Usumatlán

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM deportes, hits AAC+ 32 kbps
Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM hits, latino AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Usumatlán

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Paleontología y Arqueología Roberto Woolfolk Saravia

Libraries in Usumatlán

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Usumatlán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado de la Terminal
Mercado Municipal de Zacapa

Gas Stations in Usumatlán

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Don Aldo
GT #13588538495

Stadiums & Teams in Usumatlán

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Airports Near Usumatlán

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coban AirportCBVMedium Airport
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
El Estor Airport-Small Airport
El Ronco Airport-Small Airport
Esquipulas Airport-Small Airport
Jutiapa Airport-Small Airport
Nueva Ocotepeque Airport-Small Airport
Zacapa Airport-Small 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 Usumatlán

What is the population of Usumatlán?

Usumatlán has a population of 4,987 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 51.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Usumatlán?

Usumatlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.

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