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El Ocotón, Honduras
Copán Department · Honduras
El Ocotón is a small town in Copán Department, Honduras with a population of 1,038. Elevation: 2,300 ft (701 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About El Ocotón
El Ocotón är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Copán, i den västra delen av landet, 210 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. El Ocotón ligger 701 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 038.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,038 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,300 ft (701 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0333°, -88.8833° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Copán Department |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.5 inches (1,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Ocotón
El Ocotón is a small town in Honduras (Copán Department) with a population of 1,038. The city sits at an elevation of 2,300 feet (701 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.2°F |
| 32% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,300 ft (701 m) |
| Area | 225.5 sq mi (584.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0333°N, 88.8833°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 | — | 143 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 40 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 151 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 9.7 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 11.0 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 3.4 in |
El Ocotón has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 67°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 69.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.6") and March the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near El Ocotón
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musiquera 93.3 FM | 93.3 fm, musiquera | MP3 | |
| EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés | 93.3 fm, boca del río | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in El Ocotón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo |
Libraries in El Ocotón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Ocotón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Pulperia |
Stadiums & Teams in El Ocotón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Ocotón
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Estor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Vegas Airport | LCF | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Ocotón
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San Antonio |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Ocotón?
El Ocotón has a population of 1,038 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 225.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Ocotón?
El Ocotón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.5 inches.