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El Negrito, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

El Negrito is a small city in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 9,303. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

9,303 Population 29/sq mi density
758 ft Elevation 231 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
57.5 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About El Negrito

El Negrito is a town, with an urban population of 13,260 (2023), and a municipality in the department of Yoro, Honduras.

People

Population9,303
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Population9,303
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Coordinates15.3167°, -87.7000°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation57.5 inches (1,460 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Negrito

El Negrito is a small city in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 9,303. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet (231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Climate in El Negrito

El Negrito has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jun (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1054 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.7°C / 75°F 19.4° / 28° 76.0
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 21° / 29.7° 55.2
Mar 26.5°C / 80°F 21.5° / 31.5° 42.5
Apr 28.6°C / 83°F 23.1° / 34.2° 24.3
May 28.4°C / 83°F 24.8° / 32° 51.9
Jun 28.7°C / 84°F 25.6° / 31.8° 146.9
Jul 28°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30.7° 104.0
Aug 28.5°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31.3° 93.5
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 25.3° / 31° 141.5
Oct 26.7°C / 80°F 22.7° / 30.7° 125.3
Nov 24.4°C / 76°F 20.5° / 28.3° 117.5
Dec 24.5°C / 76°F 20.6° / 28.3° 75.6
El Negrito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.3°F
41% above Honduras avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area315.5 sq mi (817.2 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates15.3167°N, 87.7000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.5"
51% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.17"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

114 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 85 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 96 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 104 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 92 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 62 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 70 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 71 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 139 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 115 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 96 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 132 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 124 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 141 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 95 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 81 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 113 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 115 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 52 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 83 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 216 km
2020 Nana Category 1 177 km
2016 Earl Category 1 232 km
2010 Richard Category 2 192 km
2001 Iris Category 4 133 km
2000 Keith Category 4 254 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 217 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 83 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (48 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 48 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 125 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in
February 74°F (23°C) 2.0 in
March 76°F (25°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 1.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
July 78°F (25°C) 7.8 in
August 78°F (25°C) 7.3 in
September 78°F (25°C) 9.2 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 6.3 in
November 74°F (23°C) 4.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in Coldest

El Negrito has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 72°F in December to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.2") and March the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near El Negrito

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Ranchera (SV) AAC 96 kbps
Radio Activa Honduras MP3
La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras 102.9 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in El Negrito

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Fotografia El Arte
Museo Ferroviario

Farmers Markets in El Negrito

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Nuevo de El Progreso

Stadiums & Teams in El Negrito

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near El Negrito

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Choloma AirportSmall Airport
Guayabillas AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
La America AirportSmall Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Luz y Vida AirportSmall Airport
Marcos Perez AirportSmall Airport
Minas De Oro AirportSmall Airport
Monica AirportSmall Airport
San Luis AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Negrito

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de El Negrito

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 Negrito

What is the population of El Negrito?

El Negrito has a population of 9,303 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 315.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Negrito?

El Negrito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches.

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