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Current Date And Time In Cahabón, Guatemala

Saturday, 25 July 2026
12:40:01 CST
Currency: Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 4,671
District: Municipio de Cahabón

✈️ Cahabón, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Cahabón, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Cahabón.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Cahabón with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Cahabón — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Guatemala, which includes Cahabón, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Guatemala before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Guatemala's time zone -06:00, country calling code +502 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .GT. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Cahabón.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-06:00
📞 Country Calling Code+502
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.GT

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Guatemala — police 110, ambulance 128, fire brigade 122. Store these in your phone before you reach Cahabón. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Cahabón.

🚔
Police
110
🚑
Ambulance
128
🚒
Fire
122

📊 Guatemala At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Guatemala — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.627
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
72.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
82.1%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$6,150
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
2.6%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Guatemala development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Cahabón for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Cahabón
Regional Airport • CBV
Coban Airport
Coban, GT
66
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Cahabón's exact coordinates, or Cobán's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Cahabón From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Cahabón to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)3,181 km1,977 mi~ 4h 30m
Toronto (Canada)3,271 km2,033 mi~ 4h 36m
Los Angeles (United States)3,506 km2,178 mi~ 4h 52m
London (United Kingdom)8,634 km5,365 mi~ 10h 54m
Paris (France)8,863 km5,507 mi~ 11h 11m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,514 km7,154 mi~ 14h 18m
Tokyo (Japan)12,297 km7,641 mi~ 15h 13m
Sydney (Australia)13,622 km8,464 mi~ 16h 47m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)14,107 km8,766 mi~ 17h 21m
Singapore (Singapore)17,607 km10,940 mi~ 21h 28m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Cahabón, Guatemala is set to Central Standard Time (CST) with a current offset of UTC -06:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Cahabón requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneCentral Standard Time (CST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -06:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time12:40 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Cahabón to Major World Cities

It is currently 12:40 PM on Saturday in Cahabón. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Cahabón right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Cahabón
New York (United States)Sat, 2:40 PM2h ahead
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 11:40 AM1h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 2:40 PM2h ahead
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 7:40 PM7h ahead
Paris (France)Sat, 8:40 PM8h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 10:40 PM10h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 2:40 AM14h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 3:40 AM15h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 4:40 AM16h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 6:40 AM18h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Cahabón — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Cahabón is the Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ), written as Q. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
Q 7.63
GTQ
€ 1 Euro
Q 8.68
GTQ
£ 1 British Pound
Q 10.16
GTQ
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
Q 5.33
GTQ
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
Q 5.41
GTQ

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Cahabón

Knowing which languages are used in Cahabón helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Spanish
National language(s):
Mayan

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Cahabón. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Lanquín (Alta Verapaz, Guatemala)11 mi18 kmWest (W)
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Senahú (Alta Verapaz, Guatemala)13 mi21 kmSouth (S)
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Fray Bartolomé de Las Casas (Alta Verapaz, Guatemala)14 mi23 kmNNW
⬆️
Panzos (Alta Verapaz, Guatemala)18 mi29 kmSE
⬆️
Chahal (Alta Verapaz, Guatemala)19 mi30 kmNE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Cahabón

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Cahabón is the Chichén Itzá (Mexico), about 580 km away. Straight-line distances from Cahabón to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico580 km360 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,720 km2,312 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil6,639 km4,125 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,836 km6,112 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan12,245 km7,609 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China13,244 km8,229 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India15,081 km9,371 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Cahabón shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Alta Verapaz and Guatemala. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Alta Verapaz Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Alta Verapaz, including major hub cities.
✈️ Guatemala Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Guatemala.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Cahabón, Guatemala runs at 120V / 60Hz using Type A/B socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Cahabón and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Cahabón.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage120 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
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🧭 Cahabón's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Cahabón

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Cahabón. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Cahabón — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Cahabón

Cahabón keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Guatemala. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Cahabón

The closest airport to Cahabón is Coban Airport (CBV), about 66 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Cahabón From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Cahabón needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Cahabón gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Cahabón

Cahabón rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Cahabón — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Cahabón

ℹ️ Cahabón OverviewSee the full profile of Cahabón — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Cahabón MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Cahabón for distance and direction.
💰 Cahabón CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Cahabón

What side of the road do people drive on in Cahabón?

Cahabón, like the rest of Guatemala, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Cahabón use?

Cahabón runs on 120V / 60Hz power through Type A/B sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Cahabón?

In Cahabón, reach police on 110, ambulance on 128, fire brigade on 122. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Cahabón?

Coban Airport (CBV) is the nearest airport to Cahabón, about 66 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Cahabón in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Cahabón runs on Central Standard Time (UTC -06:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Cahabón?

Cahabón shares the official and regional languages of Alta Verapaz and Guatemala — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Cahabón?

No — Cahabón uses the Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ), symbol Q. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Cahabón currency page for live rates.