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Villa Canales, Guatemala

Guatemala · Guatemala

Villa Canales is a large city in Guatemala, Guatemala with a population of 155,423. Elevation: 3,996 ft (1,218 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

155,423 Population 1,072/sq mi density
3,996 ft Elevation 1,218 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
57.3 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Villa Canales

Villa Canales

Villa Canales is a city and municipality in the Guatemala department of Guatemala, situated 22 km south of the capital Guatemala City. As of the 2018 census, the city had a population of 124,680, making it the eleventh largest city in Guatemala.

People

Population155,423
Density1,072/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation3,996 ft (1,218 m)
Population155,423
Population Density1,072 / sq mi
Elevation3,996 ft (1,218 m)
Coordinates14.4829°, -90.5343°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceGuatemala
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation57.3 inches (1,455 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Villa Canales

Villa Canales is a large city in Guatemala (Guatemala) with a population of 155,423. The city sits at an elevation of 3,996 feet (1,218 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Climate in Villa Canales

Villa Canales 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 1123 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 14.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.8
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 99.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 250.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 176.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 165.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 239.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 115.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 18.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.6
Villa Canales enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,996 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above Guatemala avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,996 ft (1,218 m)
Area145.0 sq mi (375.4 km²)
Population Density1,072/sq mi
Coordinates14.4829°N, 90.5343°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.3"
51% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.24"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,631 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 29, 2025.

Jun 22, 2017 28 km SW of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.8 97 km
Jun 13, 2007 43 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.7 104 km
Jan 10, 1998 10 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.6 102 km
Jan 21, 2003 33 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.5 99 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 75 km
Jun 6, 1999 6 km ESE of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.3 70 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 66 km
May 10, 1998 28 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.3 93 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 8 km
Feb 16, 2022 12 km WSW of Nueva Concepción, Guatemala M6.2 100 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 67 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 52 km
Mar 17, 2005 10 km NE of San Bartolo, Guatemala M6.1 117 km
Mar 3, 1998 9 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.1 101 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 47 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 86 km
Apr 15, 2008 42 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.1 102 km
Dec 4, 1997 33 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.0 95 km
Aug 25, 2003 5 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 76 km
Nov 9, 2002 40 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Adrian (2005).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Adrian Category 1 221 km
2001 Iris Category 4 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2005 LAGO DE ATITLAN Meteorological 4.0 m 78 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pacaya (13 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 13 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 22 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 23 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 37 km
Fuego Stratovolcano(es) 3,763 m (12,346 ft) 2020 37 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 39 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 62 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 69 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 69 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 72 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 74 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 82 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 92 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 96 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 98 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest
May 70°F (21°C) 5.7 in
June 69°F (20°C) 12.2 in Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 8.7 in
August 69°F (20°C) 8.7 in
September 68°F (20°C) 12.1 in
October 67°F (20°C) 6.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Villa Canales has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 66°F in January to 70°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.2") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Villa Canales

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela de Parvulos Evangelina Zeceña
Colegio San Jose de la Encarnacion
Centro de Convergencia Villa Canales
Escuela Elena Morales Orantes
Colegio Integral Canaleño Dr Juan Jose Arevalo Bermejo
Colegio Evangélico Monte Sinai
Colegio Mundo de Juguete Alianza Educativa
Colegio Nezeel
EORM Caserío El Cerro
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Radio Stations near Villa Canales

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Infinita MP3 128 kbps
Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala 90.5 fm, américa MP3
Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala 95.3 fm, español MP3
Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala 101.7 fm, entretenimiento MP3
Clásica 102.5 Guatemala 102.5 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Red 106.1 Guatemala 106.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Exa FM Guatemala 101.7 fm, centroamérica MP3
Actitud 100.9 \, christian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Actitud christian music MP3 128 kbps
Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM deportes, hits AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Guate digital MP3 128 kbps
Actitud 100.9 FM MP3 128 kbps
Radio Ixchel community radio AAC
Globo 98.9 Guatemala 98.9 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Mía 93.7 Guatemala 93.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Villa Canales

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa Mima
Casa Santo Domingo
Centro de Formación de la Cooperación Española en La Antigua Guatemala
Choco Museo
Efrain Recinos
Ferrari
Fundación Rozas-Botrán
Kaji Tulam Casa de la Memoria
Kaminal Juyú
Kaminal Juyú
La Antigua Galeria de Arte
La Nueva Fábrica
MUNAG - Museo Nacional de Arte de Guatemala
MURB art museum
Museo Arquidiocesano de Santiago de Guatemala
Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo
Museo de Arqueología y Etnología
Museo de Arte Colonial
Museo de Arte Moderno 'Carlos Mérida'
Museo de Arte Moderno 'Carlos Mérida'
Museo de la Iglesia de San Francisco
Museo de la Universidad de San Carlos
Museo de Los Niños
Museo de los Niños
Museo de los Niños
Museo de Santiago
Museo del Ejército de Guatemala
Museo del Ejército de Guatemala
Museo del Ferrocarril
Museo del Holocausto Guatemala
Museo del Libro Antiguo
Museo del Santo Hermano Pedro
Museo Ixchel del Traje Indígena
Museo La Merced
Museo Miraflores
Museo Miraflores
Museo Nacional de Historia
Museo Nacional de Historia Natural "Jorge Ibarra"
Museo Nacional de Historia Natural "Jorge Ibarra"
Museo Numismático de Guatemala
Museo Popol Vuh
Museo Regional de Santiago
Museo Regional de Santiago
Museo San Augustin
Museo Santiago de los Caballeros
Museums Promenade
Palacio de los Capitanes
Santo Domingo del Cerro

Libraries in Villa Canales

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archivo General de Centro América0.0
Archivo General de Centro América0.0
Archivo General de Centro América0.0
Biblioteca Ambiental0.0
Biblioteca Ambiental0.0
Biblioteca Banco de Guatemala0.0
Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala0.0
Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala0.0
Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala y de la Fundación Cultural Duane Carter0.0
Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala, zona 50.0
Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala, zona 50.0
Biblioteca El Porveniir de los Obreros0.0
Biblioteca Ludwig Von Mises - UFM0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Palencia0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Frrancisco Cuevas0.0
Biblioteca Nacional de Guatemala "Luis Cardoza y Aragón"0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cristóbal Colón0.0
Bliblioteca Municipal0.0
CCC/BCD0.0
Edificio schafer0.0
Edificio schafer0.0
Edificio schafer0.0
Fouders' Library and Educational Resource Center0.0
Gobal Paper0.0
Gobal Paper0.0
Gobal Paper0.0
Hemeroteca Nacional de Guatemala, sección para no videntes.0.0
Hemeroteca Nacional de Guatemala, sección para no videntes.0.0
Hemeroteca Nacional de Guatemala, sección para no videntes.0.0
La Teca0.0
La Teca0.0
libreria0.0
libreria0.0
libreria0.0
libreria0.0
libreria 10.0
libreria 10.0
libreria 10.0
libreria 10.0
libreria 20.0
libreria 20.0
libreria 20.0
libreria 20.0
Librería Maribel0.0
Librería Maribel0.0
Librería Maribel0.0

Farmers Markets in Villa Canales

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central de Mayoreo - CENMA
El Amate
Futuro Mercado Municipal
Gran Bazar Navideno
Mercadito
Mercadito
Mercadito
Mercadito Pinares del Norte
Mercado Candelaria
Mercado Central
Mercado Cervantes
Mercado Colón
Mercado Concepción-Mercado Central de Villa Nueva
Mercado de Amatitlán
Mercado de Antigua
Mercado de Artesanías
Mercado de Boca del Monte
Mercado de Boca del Monte
Mercado de Boca del Monte
Mercado de la 20
Mercado de la 20
Mercado de la 20
Mercado de La Carolingia
Mercado de La Carolingia
Mercado de La Carolingia
Mercado El Carmen
Mercado El Gallito
Mercado El Limon
Mercado El Limon
Mercado El Monumento
Mercado el Tierrero
Mercado Justo Rufino Barrios
Mercado La Asunción
Mercado La Cuchilla
Mercado La Florida
Mercado La Palmita
Mercado la Parroquia
Mercado La Veinte
Mercado La Villa de Guadalupe
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Palencia
Mercado municipal de San Miguel Petapa
Mercado Municipal de Villa Canales
Mercado Municipal Fraijanes
Mercado Municipal Palencia
Mercado Municipal San Lucas Sacatepéquez
Mercado Municipal Santa Catarina Pinula
Mercado municipal Villa Lobos II
Mercado No. 2
Mercado San Bartolome Milpas Altas
Mercado San Bartolome Milpas Altas
Mercado San Jose Jocotales
Mercado San Jose Jocotales
Mercado Sur
Mercado Sur Dos
Mercado Zona 12
Mercano Municipal Minerva
Plaza del Comercio Popular
Plaza del Comercio Popular
Twinkle
Utz Market

Hotels in Villa Canales

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Gregorio Hotel & Spa

Restaurants in Villa Canales

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Al Carbón
al Macarone
Buchanan's
Donde Mario's
El Bambu
El Dragon
La Cantaleta
La Gaucha
Los Compadres
Restaurante El Viajero
Rústico
San Rafael Campestre el Pueblito
Valeria Grill
Yeguada Diez

Cafes in Villa Canales

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafeteria Lili
Churrascos Paola
Comedor Cindy
Comedor Fernanda
Comedor Irmita
Comedor La Bendicion
Comedor Lupita
Licuados El Milagro
Nachos +
Tortilleria Anita

Clinics in Villa Canales

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa de la Salud
Clínica Medica
Clínica para la Mujer
Fisioterapia
La Paz
Laboratorio Clinico
Laboratorio Clinico Villa Canales
Ultrasonidos Laboratorio Clinico

Bus Stations in Villa Canales

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GT #6740031586
Terminal de Buses

Gas Stations in Villa Canales

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gasolinera
GT #1050116650
GT #12660520287
GT #1416403407
GT #2576309834
GT #403686065
GT #403717853
Texaco
Texaco Álamos

Banks in Villa Canales

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco Banrural
Banco Industrial
Banco Industrial

Breweries in Villa Canales

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Antigua Brewery
Cerveceria 14
Cervercería Centroamericana
Cervercería Centroamericana
Cervercería Centroamericana
Cervercería Centroamericana
El Zapote

Stadiums & Teams in Villa Canales

TeamLeagueDivision
Estadio Manuel F. Carrera (El Trébol)
Estadio Municipal de Futbol San Bartolomé Milpas Altas
Estadio Municipal Manuel Augusto Navas
Estadio Revolución
Graderío
Parque Erick Barrondo

Airports Near Villa Canales

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Aurora International AirportGUALarge Airport
San José AirportGSJMedium Airport
Canilla AirportSmall Airport
El Naranjo AirportENJSmall Airport
Iztapa AeroclubSmall Airport
Jayabaj AirportSmall Airport
Jutiapa AirportSmall Airport
Monterrico AirportSmall Airport
Quiché AirportAQBSmall Airport
Santiago AirportSmall Airport
Zacualpa AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Villa Canales

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
El Correo

Treatment Centers in Villa Canales

73 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
AGAR
BIOLAB
BIOLAB
Blu Medical
Blue Medical: Clínica Portales
Bluemedical PCR test
Bluemedical PCR test
cadeg
CAPI
CEDIP Laboratorio Clínico
CEDIP Laboratorio Clínico
Centro Clínico El Portal
Centro Clínico El Portal
Centro de diagnóstico Blue Medical Portales
Centro de Especialidades Oculares
Centro de Especialidades Oculares
Centro de Salud de la zona 3
Centro de Salud de la zona 3
Centro De Salud Santiago Sacatepequez
Centro de Terapia Infantil
Centro Médico Theilheimer
Centro Médico Theilheimer
Cericap
Cericap
clinica de alergias
Clínica de Nutrición Aplicada CLINAP
Clínica de Obesidad y Nutricion
Clínica Dental
Clínica Dental Larrie
Clínica Dental Larrie
Clínica Dental Sonrie
Clínica Dental Sonrie
Clínica Medica
Clínica Medica
Clínica Médica La Económica
Clínica medica renal emanuel, s.a.
Clínica medica renal emanuel, s.a.
Clínica Municipal
Clínica Municipal
Clínica Oftalmológica
Clínica Quiropráctica A. López
Clínicas del Dr. Help
Clínicas del Dr. Help
Clínicas Médicas
CLINITAD
Consultorio Médico del Dr. Simi
Consultorio Médico del Dr. Simi
Dispensario Municipal
Dispensario Municipal
Dr. Heráclito Enríquez
Edificio Verona
EPss
EPss
Fuente de Vida
Fundación Marco Antonio
Fundación Marco Antonio
Gastrosoluciones
Hope International
Laboratorio Clinico
Laboratorio Clínico La Brigada
Laboratorio Clínico La Brigada
Medicorp
NIAC Laboratorio Clinico
NIAC Laboratorio Clinico
Nuestras Clínicas
Prevención Cancer de Mama Guatemala
Salud al Alcance EPSS
Salud al Alcance EPSS
Sanatorio
Sanatorio
Sanatorio Casa De La Salud
Servident
Velvet Physical Therapy

Churches & Religious Organizations in Villa Canales

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Casa de Dios
Casa de Dios
Iglesia Elim
Iglesia Evangelica Buenas Nuevas
Iglesia Evangelica Presbiteriana Nueva Jerusalem
Iglesia Primitiva
Parroquia San Joaquín

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Meteorites
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Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Guatemala

Around Villa Canales

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 22
Hospitals 4
Pharmacies 15
Restaurants 16
Cafes 6
Supermarkets 5
Banks 10
Hotels 1
Parks 77
Police Stations 1
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 6

Things to See Near Villa Canales

29 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (2)
  • • El Mulato
  • • Iglesias Viejas
🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Castillo de Dorión
⛰️ Peaks (14)
  • • Cerro Chino
  • • Cerro Chiquito
  • • Cerro El Filón
  • • Cerro Gordo
  • • Cerro Grande
  • + 9 more
🎢 Theme Parks (2)
  • • Parque La Villa de Guadalupe
  • • Parque Lotificación La Montaña
🌄 Viewpoints (8)
  • • Mirador 2 cerro chino
  • • Mirador 3 cerro chino
  • • Mirador Fátima
  • • Mirador Laguna de Calderas
  • • Pacaya
  • + 3 more
🦁 Zoos (2)
  • • Jersey ACJ
  • • Zoológico La Aurora

🇬🇹 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 Villa Canales

What is the population of Villa Canales?

Villa Canales has a population of 155,423 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 1,072 people per square mile, spread across 145.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Villa Canales?

Villa Canales enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 inches.

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