Santa Maria Cahabon is a municipality in Alta Verapaz department with a population of 66,597 at 250m elevation (tropical lowlands). The area has a safety score of 7/10 (generally safe with normal precautions), monthly living cost around $350. Key highlights: Tropical lowlands, Cahabon River, Q’eqchi’ Maya culture. For department-level data, see Alta Verapaz. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.
Municipal Services
The Municipalidad de Santa Maria Cahabon handles local government services including boleto de ornato (annual residence tax), IUSI (property tax), construction permits, and municipal business licenses.
For national government services, the Alta Verapaz department capital Coban has the nearest offices for:
- RENAP – DPI (cedula/national ID), birth certificates, marriage records
- SAT – NIT (tax ID), fiscal registration, import/export paperwork
- PNC – police services, reports, background checks
For step-by-step instructions on any government procedure, see our complete tramites guide.
Climate & Weather
SantaMariaCahabon sits at 250m elevation in the tropical lowlands (tierra caliente). Typical temperatures range from 25-38C. Hot and humid year-round. AC recommended. Rainy season (May-Oct) brings heavy afternoon showers.
For current conditions and forecasts, see our weather page.
Local Festivals & Ferias
SantaMariaCahabon celebrates 3 festivals throughout the year:
- Rabin Ajau (Festival Folklorico Nacional) — July 1
- Fiesta de Santo Domingo (Coban) — August 1
- Festival de Orquideas — December 1
Guatemala’s ferias feature traditional dances, marimba music, processions, food stalls, and community celebrations. See our complete ferias calendar for dates across all 337 municipalities.
Local Costs & Services
Key cost data for SantaMariaCahabon (Alta Verapaz department):
- Gas price: Q32.77/gallon regular (Q33.92 premium)
- Exchange rate: Check today’s live rate
Compare remittance rates and check the cost of living calculator for detailed budgets.
Safety Overview
Safety score: 7/10 (Generally safe). Generally safe for visitors. Standard travel precautions apply. Tourist areas are well-patrolled.
Emergency contacts:
- CONRED (disaster): 1566
- Police (PNC): 110
- Fire department: 122
- Ambulance: 128
- Tourist police (PROATUR): 1500
Read our full Guatemala safety guide for department-by-department data.
Explore Alta Verapaz Department
SantaMariaCahabon is one of the municipalities in Alta Verapaz department. Explore nearby areas and compare data across the region.
Useful links:
- Alta Verapaz department overview
- Exchange rates — updated daily
- Remittance comparison — find the cheapest way to send money
- Weather forecast — current conditions
- Guatemala safety map — department-by-department