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Ciudad Choluteca, Honduras
Choluteca Department · Honduras
Ciudad Choluteca is a mid-size city in Choluteca Department, Honduras with a population of 75,872. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
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About Ciudad Choluteca
Choluteca is a municipality and the capital city of the Honduran department of the same name. Situated in southern Honduras between El Salvador and Nicaragua, the city is generally considered the regional centre of southern Honduras and is a major transit point on the Pan-American Highway. It has a major bus station and is home to the regional light (ENEE) and water (SANAA) utilities. The city is located on the Choluteca River, near the centre of the department. An arching silver bridge crosses the river into the city.
People
Climate
| Population | 75,872 |
| Population Density | 139 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.3057°, -87.1788° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Choluteca Department |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.5 inches (1,562 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ciudad Choluteca
Ciudad Choluteca is a mid-size city in Honduras (Choluteca Department) with a population of 75,872. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in Ciudad Choluteca
Ciudad Choluteca has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1658 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.5°F |
| 55% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 544.3 sq mi (1,409.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.3057°N, 87.1788°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 134 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 68 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zacate Grande, Isla (49 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 56 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 70 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 86 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 103 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 105 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 120 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 145 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 87°F (30°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 85°F (30°C) | 9.1 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 10.6 in | Coldest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 0.3 in |
Ciudad Choluteca has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 82°F in October to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 61.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.2") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Ciudad Choluteca
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seminario Menor Pablo VI | University | — | — |
| UNAH - Centro Universitario Regional del Litoral Pacifico | University | — | — |
| Universidad Metropolitana de Honduras | University | — | — |
| Universidad Pedagógica Nacional Francisco Morazán Choluteca | University | — | — |
| Universidad Politécnica de Honduras | University | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ciudad Choluteca
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Ciudad Choluteca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesanal (Mercadito Verde) | |||||
| Mercado La Concepción | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado San Antonio | |||||
| Mercado Santa Rosa |
Hotels in Ciudad Choluteca
16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ciudad Choluteca
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ciudad Choluteca
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ciudad Choluteca
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ciudad Choluteca
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ciudad Choluteca
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ciudad Choluteca
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ciudad Choluteca
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ciudad Choluteca
12 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ciudad Choluteca
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ciudad Choluteca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ciudad Choluteca
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tamarindo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Grecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa de Lima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ciudad Choluteca
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Base (back entrance) | |
| Correos de Honduras | |
| Gang turf | |
| insurrection tagging around here |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ciudad Choluteca
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral de Choluteca | |
| Iglesia de El Edén | |
| Iglesia de la Merced | |
| Iglesia de la Santa Cruz | |
| Iglesia de San José | |
| Iglesia de San José | |
| Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | |
| Iglesia Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de Fátima | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de Suyapa | |
| Iglesia San Francisco de Asís | |
| Iglesia San José Obrero | |
| Iglesia San Pedro Apóstol | |
| Impacto |
Quick Facts
Around Ciudad Choluteca
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Ciudad Choluteca
5 places within 15 km
- • Cuevas del Zapotillo
- • Cerro Calaire
- • Cerro El Ocote
- • Cerro Los Coyotes
- • Cerro Zapotillo
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of Ciudad Choluteca?
Ciudad Choluteca has a population of 75,872 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 139 people per square mile, spread across 544.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ciudad Choluteca?
Ciudad Choluteca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.