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Ayapa, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

Ayapa is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 1,559. Elevation: 2,106 ft (642 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,559 Population 1/sq mi density
2,106 ft Elevation 642 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Ayapa

Ayapa

Ayyappan, also known as Dharmasastha and Manikandan, is the Hindu deity of truth and righteousness. According to Hindu theology, he is described as the son of Shiva and Mohini, thus representing a bridge between Shaivism and Vaishnavism.

People

Population1,559
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation2,106 ft (642 m)
Population1,559
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,106 ft (642 m)
Coordinates15.1117°, -87.1756°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,179 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ayapa

Ayapa is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 1,559. The city sits at an elevation of 2,106 feet (642 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Ayapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,106 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above Honduras avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,106 ft (642 m)
Area1,126.1 sq mi (2,916.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates15.1117°N, 87.1756°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.64"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

94 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 144 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 141 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 146 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 45 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 83 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 118 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 131 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 60 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 89 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 135 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 128 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 92 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 24 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 135 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 26 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 102 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 116 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 123 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 26 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 227 km
2020 Nana Category 1 202 km
2020 Iota Category 1 264 km
2016 Earl Category 1 245 km
2010 Richard Category 2 203 km
2007 Felix Category 2 257 km
2001 Iris Category 4 177 km
2000 Keith Category 3 285 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 177 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 - 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (88 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 88 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 116 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
February 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 1.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.3 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 6.8 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.7 in
August 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in
September 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 5.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Ayapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in December to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.6") and March the driest (0.8").

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Farmers Markets in Ayapa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Yorito

Stadiums & Teams in Ayapa

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Airports Near Ayapa

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Agropecuaria Lepaguare Airport-Small Airport
Agua Caliente Airport-Small Airport
Aserradero El Encino Airport-Small Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Alto Airport-Small Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Cubo Airport-Small Airport
Finca San Antonio Airport-Small Airport
Flefil Airport-Small Airport
Guayabillas Airport-Small Airport
Guayape Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda Galeras Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda Ulua Airport-Small Airport
Joya Del Quebracho Airport-Small Airport
La America Airport-Small Airport
La Joya Airport-Small Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Las Lajas Airport-Small Airport
Marcos Perez Airport-Small Airport
Minas De Oro Airport-Small Airport
Monica Airport-Small Airport
San Luis Airport-Small Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita Airport-Small Airport
Victoria Airport-Small Airport
Yodeco Airport-Small Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

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 Ayapa

What is the population of Ayapa?

Ayapa has a population of 1,559 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,126.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ayapa?

Ayapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches.

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