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Yepocapa, Guatemala
Chimaltenango · Guatemala
Yepocapa is a mid-size city in Chimaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 34,948. Elevation: 4,573 ft (1,394 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
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About Yepocapa
Yepocapa, also known as San Pedro Yepocapa, is a town with a population of 17,021, and a municipality in the Chimaltenango department of Guatemala. It is located at the base of Volcán de Fuego, which has destroyed the town several times, most recently on 15 October 1974.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,948 |
| Population Density | 336 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,573 ft (1,394 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.5020°, -90.9540° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Chimaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,830 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yepocapa
Yepocapa is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Chimaltenango) with a population of 34,948. The city sits at an elevation of 4,573 feet (1,394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Yepocapa
Yepocapa has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2370 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,573 ft (1,394 m) |
| Area | 104.0 sq mi (269.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 336/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.5020°N, 90.9540°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | — | 35 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 116 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 106 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acatenango (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 8 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 9 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 23 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 40 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 63 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 69 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 70 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 70 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 13.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
Yepocapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 58°F in December to 62°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.2") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Yepocapa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo Cristiano Torre Fuerte | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yepocapa
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 | |
| 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 | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Yepocapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Casa Santo Domingo | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Centro de Formación de la Cooperación Española en La Antigua Guatemala | ||||
| Choco Museo | ||||
| Efrain Recinos | ||||
| La Antigua Galeria de Arte | ||||
| La Nueva Fábrica | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| MUNAG - Museo Nacional de Arte de Guatemala | ||||
| Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo | ||||
| Museo Cultura Cotzumalguapa | ||||
| Museo de Arte Colonial | ||||
| Museo de Santiago | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo del azúcar | ||||
| Museo del Libro Antiguo | ||||
| Museo del Santo Hermano Pedro | ||||
| Museo La Merced | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo San Augustin | ||||
| Museo Santiago de los Caballeros | ||||
| Museums Promenade | ||||
| Palacio de los Capitanes | ||||
| Santo Domingo del Cerro |
Libraries in Yepocapa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala y de la Fundación Cultural Duane Carter | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yepocapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Antigua | |||||
| Mercado El Carmen | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Comalapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Martin Patulul | |||||
| Utz Market | |||||
| ventas |
Hotels in Yepocapa
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yepocapa
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Yepocapa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Yepocapa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yepocapa
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Yepocapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Brewery | ||||
| Cerveceria 14 | ||||
| Cervicería | ||||
| El Zapote |
Stadiums & Teams in Yepocapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Yepocapa
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yepocapa
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica Yepocapa | |
| Iglesia de Dios Bethesda | |
| Iglesia Del Nazareno | |
| Iglesia Torre Fuerte |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Yepocapa?
Yepocapa has a population of 34,948 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 336 people per square mile, spread across 104.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yepocapa?
Yepocapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.