Arada, Honduras
Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras
Arada is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 2,913. Elevation: 1,306 ft (398 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Arada
Arada is a municipality in the department of Santa Bárbara, Honduras. It covers an area of 108 km2 (42 sq mi) and had a population of 9,622 inhabitants according to the 2013 national census. It was officially established on 22 June 1900.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,913 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,306 ft (398 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8458°, -88.3011° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Santa Bárbara Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.7 inches (1,669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Arada
Arada is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 2,913. The city sits at an elevation of 1,306 feet (398 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.7 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.8°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,306 ft (398 m) |
| Area | 151.5 sq mi (392.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8458°N, 88.3011°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1856 | BAY OF HONDURAS | Eruption + Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 132 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 101 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 154 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
Arada has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 72°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 65.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Arada
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otoro Radio | música variada | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Musiquera 93.3 FM | 93.3 fm, musiquera | MP3 | |
| EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés | 93.3 fm, boca del río | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Arada
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura José María Leiva |
Farmers Markets in Arada
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Gas Stations in Arada
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Arada
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Arada
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bananera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Arada
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Tránsito |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Arada
What is the population of Arada?
Arada has a population of 2,913 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arada?
Arada has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.7 inches.
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