In today's article we are going to delve into the fascinating world of Barberena. For decades, Barberena has captured the attention and interest of people of all ages and interests. Its impact on society has been undeniable, influencing everything from popular culture to world politics. In this article we will explore the different facets of Barberena, from its origins to its relevance today. Additionally, we will examine its impact in various areas, as well as the opinions and perspectives of experts in the field. Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting journey through the history and present of Barberena.
Barberena | |
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Coordinates: 14°19′N 90°22′W / 14.317°N 90.367°W | |
Country | ![]() |
Department | |
Government | |
• Mayor (2016–2020) | Víctor Jiménez |
Area | |
• Total | 89 sq mi (231 km2) |
Elevation | 3,507 ft (1,069 m) |
Population (2018 census)[2] | |
• Total | 58,276 |
• Density | 650/sq mi (250/km2) |
Climate | Aw |
Barberena is a town, with a population of 47,093 (2018 census),[3] and a municipality in Santa Rosa department of Guatemala. Filled with local vendors and stores selling American goods, Barberena is a small town typical of the Guatemalan countryside.
Due to its close proximity to many rural communities, Barberena plays a central role in the local economy, especially as a point of exchange for agricultural goods and manufactured products. The crime rate is especially high, as in much of Guatemala.
On Saturday 8 March 1913, a magnitude 6.4 earthquake hit Santa Rosa, destroying its department capital, Cuilapa.[4] Both the initial quake and the replicas destroyed a lot of private homes, and also the cathedral and the prison, leaving behind significant human losses; similar destruction occurred at Barberena, Cerro Redondo, Llano Grande and El Zapote.[4] Fraijanes, Pueblo Nuevo Viñas, Coatepeque and Jalpatagua were also affected.[4] Around Cuilapa, there were landslides and road blockades, and even a long crack was reported at Los Esclavos hill.[4]
Barberena tropical climate (Köppen: Aw).
Climate data for Barberena | |||||||||||||
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Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 26.4 (79.5) |
27.5 (81.5) |
28.6 (83.5) |
28.3 (82.9) |
27.9 (82.2) |
26.5 (79.7) |
27.1 (80.8) |
26.9 (80.4) |
26.3 (79.3) |
26.3 (79.3) |
25.9 (78.6) |
25.9 (78.6) |
27.0 (80.5) |
Daily mean °C (°F) | 20.5 (68.9) |
21.4 (70.5) |
22.2 (72.0) |
22.6 (72.7) |
22.7 (72.9) |
22.0 (71.6) |
22.3 (72.1) |
22.1 (71.8) |
21.9 (71.4) |
21.7 (71.1) |
20.8 (69.4) |
20.5 (68.9) |
21.7 (71.1) |
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 14.7 (58.5) |
15.3 (59.5) |
15.8 (60.4) |
17.0 (62.6) |
17.5 (63.5) |
17.6 (63.7) |
17.5 (63.5) |
17.3 (63.1) |
17.5 (63.5) |
17.1 (62.8) |
15.7 (60.3) |
15.2 (59.4) |
16.5 (61.7) |
Average precipitation mm (inches) | 10 (0.4) |
7 (0.3) |
17 (0.7) |
65 (2.6) |
253 (10.0) |
320 (12.6) |
271 (10.7) |
275 (10.8) |
378 (14.9) |
304 (12.0) |
56 (2.2) |
15 (0.6) |
1,971 (77.8) |
Source: Climate-Data.org[5] |
Barberena is surrounded by Santa Rosa Department municipalities, except on the West, where it borders with Escuintla Department:[6]