Wiwilí, Jinotega facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wiwilí
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Municipality
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 Wiwilí
Location in Nicaragua
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| Country |  Nicaragua |
| Department | Jinotega |
| Area | |
| • Municipality | 920 sq mi (2,370 km2) |
| Population
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| • Municipality | 77,893 |
| • Density | 85.12/sq mi (32.87/km2) |
| • Urban | 15,075 |
| Climate | Aw |
Wiwilí (pronounced wee-wee-LEE) is a town and a special area called a municipality in Nicaragua. It is located in the Jinotega department. Think of a department like a state or province.
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What is Wiwilí Like?
Wiwilí is a large municipality in Nicaragua. It covers an area of about 2,370 square kilometers. This is a big area, similar to some small countries!
How Many People Live There?
As of 2022, about 77,893 people live in Wiwilí. Most people live in the countryside. About 15,075 people live in the main town area.
Where is Wiwilí Located?
Wiwilí is in the northern part of Nicaragua. It is located at coordinates 13°37' North and 85°49' West. This means it is in the northern half of the world, west of the Prime Meridian.
What is the Climate in Wiwilí?
Wiwilí has a tropical savanna climate. This type of climate is often called "Aw" in the Köppen climate classification system. It means the area is warm all year round. There are usually wet and dry seasons.
See Also
- In Spanish: Wiwilí de Jinotega para niños
