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El Bálsamo, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

El Bálsamo is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 1,741. Elevation: 2,717 ft (828 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1,741 Population 2/sq mi density
2,717 ft Elevation 828 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
50.8 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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People

Population1,741
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation2,717 ft (828 m)
Population1,741
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,717 ft (828 m)
Coordinates15.0667°, -87.4667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation50.8 inches (1,290 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Bálsamo

El Bálsamo is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 1,741. The city sits at an elevation of 2,717 feet (828 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.8 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

El Bálsamo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,717 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above Honduras avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,717 ft (828 m)
Area1,126.1 sq mi (2,916.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates15.0667°N, 87.4667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.8"
34% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.15"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 122 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 131 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 60 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 117 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 103 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 104 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 74 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 145 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 120 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 123 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 133 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 147 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 124 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 122 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 55 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 53 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 139 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 138 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 149 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 239 km
2020 Nana Category 1 204 km
2020 Iota Category 1 288 km
2016 Earl Category 1 256 km
2010 Richard Category 2 216 km
2007 Felix Category 1 286 km
2001 Iris Category 4 169 km
2000 Keith Category 2 284 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 207 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (56 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 56 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 133 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 194 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
February 67°F (20°C) 1.1 in
March 71°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
May 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 7.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.0 in
August 71°F (22°C) 6.1 in
September 71°F (22°C) 8.2 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 6.3 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in Coldest

El Bálsamo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in December to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.2") and March the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near El Bálsamo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Otoro Radio música variada AAC 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in El Bálsamo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Yorito

Stadiums & Teams in El Bálsamo

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Airports Near El Bálsamo

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero El Encino AirportSmall Airport
El Alto AirportSmall Airport
El Cubo AirportSmall Airport
Flefil AirportSmall Airport
Guayabillas AirportSmall Airport
Guayape AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
La America AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Marcos Perez AirportSmall Airport
Minas De Oro AirportSmall Airport
Monica AirportSmall Airport
San Luis AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita AirportSmall Airport
Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

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 El Bálsamo

What is the population of El Bálsamo?

El Bálsamo has a population of 1,741 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,126.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Bálsamo?

El Bálsamo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches.

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