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Arenal, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

Arenal is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 1,722. Elevation: 2,106 ft (642 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,722 Population 2/sq mi density
2,106 ft Elevation 642 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
46.9 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Arenal

Arenal

Arenal är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i Departamento de Yoro, i den centrala delen av landet, 150 km norr om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Arenal ligger 642 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 722.

People

Population1,722
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation2,106 ft (642 m)
Population1,722
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,106 ft (642 m)
Coordinates15.3500°, -86.8333°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation46.9 inches (1,191 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arenal

Arenal is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 1,722. The city sits at an elevation of 2,106 feet (642 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Arenal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,106 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above Honduras avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,106 ft (642 m)
Area955.4 sq mi (2,474.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates15.3500°N, 86.8333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.9"
23% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

94 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 147 km
Apr 15, 1997 32 km WNW of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.5 123 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 102 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 112 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 49 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 40 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 46 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 110 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 46 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 48 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 126 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 25 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 77 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 41 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 44 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 123 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 127 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 95 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 37 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 40 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 195 km
2020 Iota Category 2 254 km
2020 Nana Category 1 187 km
2016 Earl Category 1 210 km
2010 Richard Category 2 171 km
2010 Paula Category 1 286 km
2007 Felix Category 2 233 km
2001 Iris Category 4 153 km
2000 Keith Category 4 271 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 132 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 - 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (86 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 86 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 130 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
August 80°F (26°C) 4.8 in
September 80°F (26°C) 6.6 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 6.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in

Arenal has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.6") and March the driest (1.4").

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Gas Stations in Arenal

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gasolinera Lozano

Stadiums & Teams in Arenal

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Airports Near Arenal

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Agua Caliente Airport-Small Airport
Aserradero El Encino Airport-Small Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Porvenir Airport-Small Airport
Guayabillas Airport-Small Airport
Guayape Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda Ulua Airport-Small Airport
Joya Del Quebracho Airport-Small Airport
Jutigalpa airportJUTSmall Airport
La Esperanza Airport-Small Airport
La Joya Airport-Small Airport
Las Lajas Airport-Small Airport
Manto Airport-Small Airport
Minas De Oro Airport-Small Airport
Monica Airport-Small Airport
Regional Hamer Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco De La Paz Airport-Small Airport
San Luis Airport-Small Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Victoria Airport-Small Airport
Yodeco Airport-Small Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arenal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Arenal

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Tegucigalpa

🇭🇳 About Honduras

Capital Tegucigalpa
Population 9,587,522
Area 112,090 km²
GDP (USD) $34,355,805,528
GDP per capita $3,227
HDI 0.645
Life expectancy 72.9 years
Internet users 58.3%
Urban population 58.3%
Currency HNL (Lempira)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +504
TLD .hn
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Honduras

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Holy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 14 America's Day America's Day
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 3 Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's Day Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's Day
Oct 12 Columbus Day Columbus Day
Oct 21 Army Day Army Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arenal

What is the population of Arenal?

Arenal has a population of 1,722 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 955.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arenal?

Arenal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches.

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