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Choloma, Honduras
Cortés Department · Honduras
Choloma is a large city in Cortés Department, Honduras with a population of 139,100. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Choloma
Choloma is a city and municipality in the Honduran department of Cortés. It is the third-largest city in Honduras with a population of 220,300 .
Many factories are stationed in Choloma due to its cheap labour which has boosted the municipality's economy. Choloma is just south of Puerto Cortes and north of San Pedro Sula, with transportation to other municipalities provided by private bus companies. Many transnational companies are stationed here for production as well as in various tax-free zones around the country.
People
Climate
| Population | 139,100 |
| Population Density | 642 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.6144°, -87.9530° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Cortés Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.5 inches (1,561 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Choloma
Choloma is a large city in Honduras (Cortés Department) with a population of 139,100. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in Choloma
Choloma has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jun (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1054 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 216.8 sq mi (561.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 642/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.6144°N, 87.9530°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 | — | 43 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (71 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 71 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 7.3 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.7 in |
Choloma has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 61.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.5") and April the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Choloma
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Oficial Franklin Delano Roosevelt | College | — | — |
Radio Stations near Choloma
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Ranchera (SV) | — | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Activa Honduras | — | MP3 | |
| La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras | 102.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Choloma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antropología e Historia de San Pedro Sula | ||||
| Museo de Fotografia El Arte | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo Ferroviario | ||||
| Museo San Fernando de Omoa |
Libraries in Choloma
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Publica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Choloma
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito el Unico | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Dandi | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado La Concha | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo de El Progreso | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Viberes |
Restaurants in Choloma
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Choloma
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Choloma
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Choloma
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Choloma
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Choloma
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Choloma
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Choloma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Hondureña |
Stadiums & Teams in Choloma
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Choloma
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sulaco Airport | SCD | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Choloma
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Clínica Dentales Unidas | ||
| Clínica Ferraro | ||
| Clínicas Odontológicas San Pío de Pietrelcina | ||
| Medí Red |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Choloma
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia de Choloma | |
| Iglesia de Dios Nuevo Renacer | |
| Iglesia de Dios Nuevo Renacer | |
| Iglesia Reformada | |
| Iglesia San Antonio de Padua | |
| Ministerio Evangelistico Centro de Oración |
Quick Facts
Around Choloma
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Choloma
3 places within 15 km
- • Ruinas sin Explorar
- • Cerro Campisa
- • Cerro Mogote (Quiebra Botija)
🇭🇳 About Honduras
Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Choloma?
Choloma has a population of 139,100 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 642 people per square mile, spread across 216.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Choloma?
Choloma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.