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Villa Sandino, Nicaragua
Chontales Department · Nicaragua
Villa Sandino is a small city in Chontales Department, Nicaragua with a population of 7,799. Elevation: 1,004 ft (306 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
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About Villa Sandino
Villa Sandino is a municipality in the Chontales Department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,799 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,004 ft (306 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0483°, -84.9936° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chontales Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.1 inches (2,010 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Villa Sandino
Villa Sandino is a small city in Nicaragua (Chontales Department) with a population of 7,799. The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet (306 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.1 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,004 ft (306 m) |
| Area | 281.3 sq mi (728.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.0483°N, 84.9936°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | — | 117 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lajas, Las (85 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 89 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 128 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 140 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 144 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 146 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 148 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 173 km |
| Arenal | Stratovolcano | 1,670 m (5,479 ft) | 2010 | 179 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
Villa Sandino has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.8") and March the driest (1.2").
Schools in Villa Sandino
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Villa Sandino
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Villa Sandino
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Villa Sandino?
Villa Sandino has a population of 7,799 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 281.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Villa Sandino?
Villa Sandino has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.1 inches.