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Yantzaza, Ecuador

Zamora Chinchipe · Ecuador

Yantzaza is a small city in Zamora Chinchipe, Ecuador with a population of 9,970. Elevation: 2,710 ft (826 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

9,970 Population 4,511/sq mi density
2,710 ft Elevation 826 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
146.8 in Annual Rain
America / Guayaquil Timezone

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About Yantzaza

Yantzaza

Yantzaza is a town in the Zamora Chinchipe province of Ecuador. It is the seat of the Yantzaza Canton.

People

Population9,970
Density4,511/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain146.8 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Population9,970
Population Density4,511 / sq mi
Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Coordinates-3.8330°, -78.7612°
TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil
Country🇪🇨 Ecuador
State / ProvinceZamora Chinchipe
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation146.8 inches (3,729 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Yantzaza

Yantzaza is a small city in Ecuador (Zamora Chinchipe) with a population of 9,970. The city sits at an elevation of 2,710 feet (826 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 146.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.

Yantzaza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 146.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,710 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Ecuador avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density4,511/sq mi
Coordinates-3.8330°N, 78.7612°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 146.8"
286% above Ecuador avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.77"
Driest Month (Aug) 4.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

145 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Aug 3, 1999 56 km ENE of Zaruma, Ecuador M5.9 61 km
Aug 17, 1992 114 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.3 128 km
May 8, 2023 8 km W of Azogues, Ecuador M5.2 122 km
Oct 3, 1995 56 km SSE of Sucúa, Ecuador M5.2 140 km
Feb 18, 2021 14 km SSW of Yantzaza, Ecuador M5.2 14 km
Nov 5, 1995 6 km NE of Llacao, Ecuador M5.2 112 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km WNW of Gualaquiza, Ecuador M5.1 57 km
Jan 16, 2015 7 km N of Santa Rosa, Ecuador M5.1 144 km
Jun 11, 2007 29 km S of Cuenca, Ecuador M5.1 79 km
May 21, 2024 3 km S of Piñas, Ecuador M5.1 103 km
Mar 17, 2002 21 km SE of Baláo, Ecuador M5.1 134 km
Nov 17, 2001 87 km E of Gualaquiza, Ecuador M5.1 121 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km NE of Machala, Ecuador M5.0 145 km
Feb 21, 2009 26 km S of Sucúa, Ecuador M5.0 141 km
Feb 8, 2009 6 km ENE of Cañar, Ecuador M5.0 145 km
Oct 21, 1995 54 km SSE of Sucúa, Ecuador M5.0 139 km
Jan 4, 2004 116 km W of Alianza Cristiana, Peru M5.0 145 km
Aug 11, 1997 66 km SE of Sucúa, Ecuador M5.0 146 km
Oct 12, 1999 20 km ENE of Zaruma, Ecuador M4.9 81 km
Sep 16, 1998 51 km E of Pasaje, Ecuador M4.9 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in
February 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
March 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in
April 72°F (22°C) 6.8 in Wettest
May 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in
June 71°F (22°C) 6.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
October 72°F (22°C) 4.5 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest
December 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in

Yantzaza has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 70°F in July to 73°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 60.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.8") and August the driest (4.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Yantzaza

Institution Type Founded Website
Colegio de Bachillerato Juan XXIII College
Colegio de Bachillerato Primero de Mayo College Visit →
Estación Experimental El Padmi University
Instituto Superior Tecnológico "Amazónico" College
INSTITUTO TÉCNICO SUPERIOR SOBERANÍA NACIONAL College
Martha Bucaram de Roldos College
UEF JUAN XXIII College

Schools in Yantzaza

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Nueve de Octubre
Escuela Veinticuatro de Mayo
Escuela Juan Pío Montúfar
Unidad Educativa Zamora Chinchipe
Escuela Bicente Oliverio Bastidas
Escuela
Rio Comaina
María Paulina Solis
Escuela "General Rumiñahui"
Escuela "General Rumiñahui"
Escuela Doctor Víctor Emilio Uzcátegui
Colegio de Bachillerato Zumbi
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Radio Stations near Yantzaza

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Yantzaza

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arutam Wakam
Museo Shuar

Farmers Markets in Yantzaza

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria Libre
Mercado
Mercado - Centro Comercial Municipal
Mercado de El Dorado
Mercado Feria Libre
Micromercado El Zarumeñito
Micromercado San Francisco
Minimarket Didimar

Hotels in Yantzaza

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HOSTERIA PLAYA VERDE
Hotel Celsor
Hotel Dorado
Hotel Oriental
Hotel Sebastian
Hotel YANKU
Primavera
Yantzao

Restaurants in Yantzaza

26 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asadero
Asadero Restaurante La Gran Manzana
Bar - Restaurante Las Cuatro Esquinas
Bar Asadero El Castillito
Bar Restaurante "El Tesoro"
Bon Appetit
Brasa Leña
Cafetería - Restobar "Tentación"
Cali Pizza
Chifa Amazonas
Chorigl Yantzaza
El Pirata Cordovez
Fritadas Doña Rosita
La Viña
Las Orugas
Majito
Mar Azul
Mi Sambo
PARADOR TURISTICO AYAMTAI
Pinchos de metro
Pizzería Palmer Express
Restaurant Cafetería El Zarumeñito
Restaurante Comedor El Redondel
Restaurante ejecutivo
Restaurante Reina del Cisne
Yurank

Cafes in Yantzaza

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Tipikas
QR Chocolates

Clinics in Yantzaza

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biolab
Centro médico FIODAN
Laboratorio Clínico Bioanalizate

Dentists in Yantzaza

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arte Dental Huertas
Centro de especialidades odoontológicas "Dental Mirly"
Consultorio dental Luzuriaga

Bus Stations in Yantzaza

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal Terrestre

Gas Stations in Yantzaza

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación de Servicios Amazonas - Gasolinera
Gasolinera Zumbi
Petroecuador

Banks in Yantzaza

9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco de Loja
Banco Pichincha
CACPE Loja
CACPE YANTZAZA
CACPE Zamora Chinchipe
CACPE Zamora Chinchipe
COAC Padre Julián Lorente
Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito "Padre Julián Lorente"
Corresponsales Jardin Azuayo

Shopping Malls in Yantzaza

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro Comercial

Gyms in Yantzaza

4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cancha Panguintza
Life fit
Nayesfit
Tapagui Gym

Stadiums & Teams in Yantzaza

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Yantzaza

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ciudad de Catamayo AirportLOHSmall Airport
Cumbaratza AirportSmall Airport
Gualaquiza AirportSmall Airport
Loja AirportSmall Airport
Warientza AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Yantzaza

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Servientrega

Treatment Centers in Yantzaza

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cristo Redentor

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yantzaza

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla Católica de Pitá
Capilla de San Pedro
Capilla San Pedro
Iglesia Católica Central San Antonio de Zumbi
Iglesia Católica La Dolorosa | Panguintza
Iglesia Católica San Francisco de Yantzaza
Iglesia Católica Santa Mariana de Jesús de Yantzaza
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Guayaquil
Elevation
887 m (2,910 ft)
Area
5.7 km² (2.2 mi²)
Founded
1956
Postal Code
EC190550
Website
yantzaza.gob.ec/

🇪🇨 About Ecuador

Capital Quito
Population 17,084,357
Area 283,560 km²
GDP (USD) $121,147,057,000
GDP per capita $6,738
HDI 0.765
Life expectancy 77.4 years
Internet users 72.7%
Urban population 63.1%
Currency USD (Dollar)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +593
TLD .ec
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Ecuador

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
May 1 International Workers' Day International Workers' Day
May 24 The Battle of Pichincha Batalla de Pichincha
Aug 10 Declaration of Independence of Quito Primer Grito de Independencia
Oct 9 Independence of Guayaquil Independencia de Guayaquil
Nov 2 All Souls' Day Día de los Difuntos, Día de Muertos
Nov 3 Independence of Cuenca Independencia de Cuenca
Dec 25 Christmas Day Día de Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yantzaza

What is the population of Yantzaza?

Yantzaza has a population of 9,970 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 4,511 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yantzaza?

Yantzaza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 146.8 inches.

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