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Belén Gualcho, Honduras
Ocotepeque Department · Honduras
Belén Gualcho is a small town in Ocotepeque Department, Honduras with a population of 2,359. Elevation: 5,850 ft (1,783 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Belén Gualcho
Belén Gualcho is a municipality in the Honduran department of Ocotepeque.
This small village founded in 1715 is a jewel in the middle of the Honduran mountains, located in the department of Ocotepeque and close to Gracias and San Sebastian to the south. The highlights of the village are the colonial Church of La Trinidad and Sunday Market where the Lenca people come to sale and get basic supplies. In 1871, it was listed as the head of the Curato de Gualcho, later it was called Belén de Copán or Belén de Occidente; on September 2, 1907, it became part of the Ocotepeque Department, calling it Belén de Ocotepeque and on February 15, 1922 it was called Belén Gualcho, belonging to the Sensenti district. Its name according to the Mexica spelling means "House of the oaks", and in Lenca language it means "Place of many waters"
People
Climate
| Population | 2,359 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,850 ft (1,783 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.4833°, -88.8000° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Ocotepeque Department |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.9 inches (1,497 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Belén Gualcho
Belén Gualcho is a small town in Honduras (Ocotepeque Department) with a population of 2,359. The city sits at an elevation of 5,850 feet (1,783 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,850 ft (1,783 m) |
| Area | 67.9 sq mi (175.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.4833°N, 88.8000°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 133 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 99 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Guazapa (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 94 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 99 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 10.7 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 9.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
Belén Gualcho has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 59°F in December to 66°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 59.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and January the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Belén Gualcho
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Belén Gualcho
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Galeano | ||||
| museo |
Stadiums & Teams in Belén Gualcho
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Belén Gualcho
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Sucio Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belén Gualcho
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Belén Gualcho |
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What is the population of Belén Gualcho?
Belén Gualcho has a population of 2,359 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belén Gualcho?
Belén Gualcho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.9 inches.