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Santa Catarina Palopó
City in Sololá , Guatemala
Overview
Santa Catarina Palopó is a picturesque lakeside town on Lake Atitlán, known for its strikingly painted houses, lively Kaqchikel Maya culture, and tranquil atmosphere. Popular for handwoven textiles and stunning lake views, it's a welcoming destination for those seeking authentic Guatemalan hospitality away from crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Guatemala
Department
Sololá
Population
4,882
Time Zone
America/Guatemala
Coordinates
14.72°, -91.13°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$555
Local Cost
$310
Local Income
$200
Cashless
15
English
20
Temperature
22.5°C
Summer Avg
22.9°C
Winter Avg
21.2°C
Record High
36.1°C
Record Low
10.7°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1883 mm
Internet Speed
12 Mbps
Upload
13 Mbps
Latency
19 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
8.0
Airport
AQB
Distance
32 km
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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 24 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. 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 45/100.
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