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El Escaño de Tepale, Honduras

Francisco Morazán Department · Honduras

El Escaño de Tepale is a small town in Francisco Morazán Department, Honduras with a population of 1,026. Elevation: 2,484 ft (757 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,026 Population 3/sq mi density
2,484 ft Elevation 757 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About El Escaño de Tepale

El Escaño de Tepale

Escano de Tepales är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Francisco Morazán, i den centrala delen av landet, 80 km norr om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Escano de Tepales ligger 757 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 026.

People

Population1,026
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation2,484 ft (757 m)
Population1,026
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,484 ft (757 m)
Coordinates14.7500°, -87.0667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceFrancisco Morazán Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,131 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Escaño de Tepale

El Escaño de Tepale is a small town in Honduras (Francisco Morazán Department) with a population of 1,026. The city sits at an elevation of 2,484 feet (757 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

El Escaño de Tepale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,484 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above Honduras avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,484 ft (757 m)
Area336.7 sq mi (872.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates14.7500°N, 87.0667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.36"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

71 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 86 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 118 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 100 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 103 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 148 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 106 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 48 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 68 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 28 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 144 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 148 km
Jun 5, 2009 1 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M4.7 109 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 89 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 101 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 95 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 72 km
Dec 18, 1990 11 km N of Mezapa, Honduras M4.6 122 km
Apr 18, 2013 13 km SSE of San Antonio, Honduras M4.6 82 km
Aug 24, 2013 11 km SSE of Nueva Esperanza, Honduras M4.6 71 km
Feb 5, 1993 2 km WNW of Trinidad, Honduras M4.6 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 264 km
2020 Nana Category 1 244 km
2020 Iota Category 1 233 km
2016 Earl Category 1 281 km
2010 Richard Category 2 241 km
2007 Felix Category 2 236 km
2001 Iris Category 4 217 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 194 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (101 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 101 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 154 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 169 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 176 km
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 190 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
April 76°F (25°C) 1.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.9 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in
September 74°F (23°C) 7.4 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 6.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in

El Escaño de Tepale has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and February the driest (0.6").

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Libraries in El Escaño de Tepale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Alvaro Contreras0.0
Biblioteca Ricken0.0

Farmers Markets in El Escaño de Tepale

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Banasupro
Centro comercial San Martín
Centro comercial San Martín
Mercado Municipal Guaimaca

Stadiums & Teams in El Escaño de Tepale

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Airports Near El Escaño de Tepale

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Toncontín AirportTGUMedium Airport
Agropecuaria Lepaguare AirportSmall Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Archaga AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero El Encino AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Alto AirportSmall Airport
El Cubo AirportSmall Airport
Finca San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Flefil AirportSmall Airport
Guayabillas AirportSmall Airport
Guayape AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Galeras AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Ulua AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Llanos Del Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Minas De Oro AirportSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport
Rapaco II AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirportSmall Airport
San Luis AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita AirportSmall Airport
Tamara 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 Escaño de Tepale

What is the population of El Escaño de Tepale?

El Escaño de Tepale has a population of 1,026 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 336.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Escaño de Tepale?

El Escaño de Tepale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches.

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