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El Ocote, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

El Ocote is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 1,908. Elevation: 1,906 ft (581 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1,908 Population 2/sq mi density
1,906 ft Elevation 581 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About El Ocote

El Ocote

Selva El Ocote is a biosphere reserve in Mexico. It includes mid-elevation and highland rain forests and extensive caverns.

People

Population1,908
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Population1,908
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Coordinates15.4167°, -86.5667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,160 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Ocote

El Ocote is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 1,908. The city sits at an elevation of 1,906 feet (581 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

El Ocote has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,906 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above Honduras avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Area955.4 sq mi (2,474.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates15.4167°N, 86.5667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.50"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Apr 15, 1997 32 km WNW of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.5 119 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 65 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 53 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 80 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 127 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 66 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 17 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 112 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 143 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 19 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 51 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 70 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 147 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 111 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 65 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 134 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 66 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 64 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 66 km
Jun 10, 2016 70 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M4.7 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 188 km
2020 Iota Category 3 241 km
2020 Nana Category 1 193 km
2016 Earl Category 1 194 km
2011 Rina Category 3 283 km
2010 Richard Category 2 156 km
2010 Paula Category 1 259 km
2007 Felix Category 4 212 km
2001 Iris Category 4 154 km
2000 Keith Category 4 276 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 105 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2009 OFF COAST OF HONDURAS Earthquake 4.0 m 7 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (85 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 85 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 159 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 74°F (24°C) 1.6 in
March 78°F (25°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 1.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 5.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in

El Ocote has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.5") and March the driest (1.4").

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Museums in El Ocote

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
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Stadiums & Teams in El Ocote

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Airports Near El Ocote

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Trujillo AirportTJIMedium Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Catacamas AirportSmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Carbon AirstripSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirportSmall Airport
Grupo Carnol AirportSmall Airport
Guayape AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Ulua AirportSmall Airport
Jicalapa AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportSmall Airport
La Herradura AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Monica AirportSmall Airport
Regional Hamer AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco De La Paz AirportSmall Airport
Sinaloa AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Tocoa AirportTCFSmall Airport
Utila AirportUIISmall 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 Ocote

What is the population of El Ocote?

El Ocote has a population of 1,908 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 955.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Ocote?

El Ocote has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches.

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