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Corquín, Honduras

Copán Department · Honduras

Corquín is a small town in Copán Department, Honduras with a population of 4,752. Elevation: 2,982 ft (909 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

4,752 Population 70/sq mi density
2,982 ft Elevation 909 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
54.8 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Corquín

Corquín

Corquín is a town, with a population of 6,728, and a municipality in the Honduran department of Copán.

People

Population4,752
Density70/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Population4,752
Population Density70 / sq mi
Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Coordinates14.5667°, -88.8667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceCopán Department
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation54.8 inches (1,391 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Corquín

Corquín is a small town in Honduras (Copán Department) with a population of 4,752. The city sits at an elevation of 2,982 feet (909 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.8 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Climate in Corquín

Corquín 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 1329 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 26.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 123.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 270.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 135.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 188.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 264.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 128.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 60.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 41.4
Corquín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,982 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above Honduras avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Area67.9 sq mi (175.8 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates14.5667°N, 88.8667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.8"
44% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

431 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 147 km
Feb 13, 2001 5 km S of Cojutepeque, El Salvador M6.6 100 km
Nov 9, 1997 13 km NNE of San Sebastián, El Salvador M6.5 80 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 115 km
Dec 18, 1997 11 km WSW of Sensuntepeque, El Salvador M6.1 82 km
Feb 28, 2001 24 km S of Zacatecoluca, El Salvador M6.1 143 km
Jan 9, 2025 10 km E of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.8 143 km
Jul 8, 2013 27 km SE of La Libertad, El Salvador M5.7 146 km
May 8, 2001 3 km S of San Vicente, El Salvador M5.7 107 km
Jun 27, 2012 5 km E of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.7 144 km
Jul 29, 2025 6 km SE of Comapa, Guatemala M5.7 122 km
Aug 24, 1997 23 km SSE of Izalco, El Salvador M5.6 137 km
Jul 29, 2025 4 km WNW of Jerez, Guatemala M5.6 112 km
May 15, 1997 3 km WNW of Santa Catarina Mita, Guatemala M5.5 99 km
Oct 18, 1994 26 km SSE of La Libertad, El Salvador M5.4 147 km
May 18, 2005 1 km SSE of San José La Arada, Guatemala M5.3 79 km
Jul 29, 2025 9 km SE of Comapa, Guatemala M5.2 121 km
Jul 24, 1995 20 km ESE of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.2 146 km
Jan 15, 2023 7 km NW of Atiquizaya, El Salvador M5.2 117 km
Sep 19, 2011 3 km WNW of Oratorio, Guatemala M5.2 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nana Category 1 256 km
2010 Richard Category 2 299 km
2005 Adrian Category 1 277 km
2001 Iris Category 4 183 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 185 137 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 88 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Diego (74 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 74 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 79 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 79 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 82 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 89 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 95 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 100 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 100 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 102 km
San Salvador Stratovolcano 1,893 m (6,211 ft) 1917 103 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 105 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 106 km
Coatepeque Caldera Caldera 746 m (2,448 ft) Unknown 107 km
San Vicente Stratovolcano 2,182 m (7,159 ft) Unknown 108 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 111 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
February 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in
May 74°F (23°C) 6.1 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 10.1 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 7.9 in
August 72°F (22°C) 8.0 in
September 71°F (22°C) 10.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in Coldest

Corquín has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 66°F in December to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.1") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Corquín

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

Libraries in Corquín

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Corquín

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Santa Teresa

Stadiums & Teams in Corquín

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Corquín

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Celaque Gracias AirportGACSmall Airport
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
Choloma AirportSmall Airport
Chumbagua AirportSmall Airport
Concepción AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyagua AirportSmall Airport
El Platanar AirportSmall Airport
El Ronco AirportSmall Airport
Erandique AirportEDQSmall Airport
Esquipulas AirportSmall Airport
La Alondra AirportSmall Airport
La Cabaña AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportLEZSmall Airport
La Estanzuela AirportSmall Airport
Luz y Vida AirportSmall Airport
Mapulaca AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Ocotepeque AirportSmall Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall Airport
San Marcos De Ocotepeque AirportSmall Airport
Villa Hermosa AirportSmall Airport
Zacapa AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Corquín

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Teletón

Churches & Religious Organizations in Corquín

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Corquín

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Tegucigalpa

🇭🇳 About Honduras

Capital Tegucigalpa
Population 9,587,522
Area 112,090 km²
GDP (USD) $34,355,805,528
GDP per capita $3,227
HDI 0.645
Life expectancy 72.9 years
Internet users 58.3%
Urban population 58.3%
Currency HNL (Lempira)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +504
TLD .hn
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Honduras

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Holy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 14 America's Day America's Day
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 3 Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's Day Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's Day
Oct 12 Columbus Day Columbus Day
Oct 21 Army Day Army Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Corquín

What is the population of Corquín?

Corquín has a population of 4,752 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Corquín?

Corquín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.8 inches.

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