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Concepción de la Barranca, Honduras
Copán Department · Honduras
Concepción de la Barranca is a small town in Copán Department, Honduras with a population of 1,014. Elevation: 3,179 ft (969 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Concepción de la Barranca
Concepción de la Barranca är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Copán, i den västra delen av landet, 200 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Concepción de la Barranca ligger 969 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 014.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,014 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,179 ft (969 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1667°, -88.7167° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Copán Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.6 inches (1,819 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Concepción de la Barranca
Concepción de la Barranca is a small town in Honduras (Copán Department) with a population of 1,014. The city sits at an elevation of 3,179 feet (969 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.6 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,179 ft (969 m) |
| Area | 80.8 sq mi (209.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1667°N, 88.7167°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 | — | 120 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 45 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (82 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 82 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 9.7 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 10.8 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in |
Concepción de la Barranca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and March the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Concepción de la Barranca
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 |
Stadiums & Teams in Concepción de la Barranca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Concepción de la Barranca
13 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 |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Concepción de la Barranca
What is the population of Concepción de la Barranca?
Concepción de la Barranca has a population of 1,014 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 80.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Concepción de la Barranca?
Concepción de la Barranca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.6 inches.