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Chalmeca, Honduras
Copán Department · Honduras
Chalmeca is a small town in Copán Department, Honduras with a population of 2,008. Elevation: 1,673 ft (510 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chalmeca
Chalmeca är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Copán, i den västra delen av landet, 190 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Chalmeca ligger 485 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 2 008.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,008 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,673 ft (510 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0958°, -88.6804° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Copán Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.9 inches (1,622 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chalmeca
Chalmeca is a small town in Honduras (Copán Department) with a population of 2,008. The city sits at an elevation of 1,673 feet (510 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,673 ft (510 m) |
| Area | 80.8 sq mi (209.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0958°N, 88.6804°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 | - | 124 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 52 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (76 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 163 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 165 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
Chalmeca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.3") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Chalmeca
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 |
Farmers Markets in Chalmeca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Pulperia |
Stadiums & Teams in Chalmeca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chalmeca
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Estor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Vegas Airport | LCF | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of Chalmeca?
Chalmeca has a population of 2,008 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 80.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chalmeca?
Chalmeca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.9 inches.