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El Mochito, Honduras
Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras
El Mochito is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 1,950. Elevation: 3,061 ft (933 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
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About El Mochito
El Mochito mine is an underground zinc and silver mine in Honduras that is owned by Kirungu Corporation. The mine is located near the municipality of Las Vegas in northwest section Honduras. At approximately 88 km (55 mi) northeast of the mine, the closest major city is San Pedro Sula, which also acts as the commercial centre of the country.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,950 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,061 ft (933 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8667°, -88.0833° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Santa Bárbara Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,014 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Mochito
El Mochito is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 1,950. The city sits at an elevation of 3,061 feet (933 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,061 ft (933 m) |
| Area | 52.1 sq mi (135.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8667°N, 88.0833°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 | — | 126 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (17 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 17 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 169 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 9.2 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
El Mochito has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 64°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 69.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near El Mochito
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otoro Radio | música variada | AAC 96 kbps |
Museums in El Mochito
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura José María Leiva |
Farmers Markets in El Mochito
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in El Mochito
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Mochito
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Minas De Oro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of El Mochito?
El Mochito has a population of 1,950 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 52.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Mochito?
El Mochito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.