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Tacaná
City in San Marcos , Guatemala
Overview
Tacaná is a lively town set amidst the scenic mountains of western Guatemala, known for its busy markets, rich indigenous culture, and proximity to natural wonders. Visitors can experience authentic local life, scenic hiking, and traditional festivals in a friendly, small-town atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Guatemala
Department
San Marcos
Population
82,079
Time Zone
America/Guatemala
Coordinates
15.24°, -92.07°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$640
Local Cost
$354
Local Income
$270
Cashless
15
English
15
Temperature
18.6°C
Summer Avg
19.2°C
Winter Avg
17.2°C
Record High
31.6°C
Record Low
5.4°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
2012 mm
Internet Speed
8 Mbps
Upload
5 Mbps
Latency
48 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 17 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 52/100.
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