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El Paraíso, Honduras
El Paraíso Department · Honduras
El Paraíso is a small city in El Paraíso Department, Honduras with a population of 18,779. Elevation: 2,638 ft (804 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About El Paraíso
El Paraíso is one of the 18 departments (departamentos) into which Honduras is divided.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,779 |
| Population Density | 111 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,638 ft (804 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.8667°, -86.5500° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | El Paraíso Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Paraíso
El Paraíso is a small city in Honduras (El Paraíso Department) with a population of 18,779. The city sits at an elevation of 2,638 feet (804 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in El Paraíso
El Paraíso has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.4°C), the coldest is Dec (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1319 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,638 ft (804 m) |
| Area | 169.6 sq mi (439.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.8667°N, 86.5500°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 79 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 139 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 144 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 148 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 152 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 153 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 161 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 182 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 196 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in |
El Paraíso has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.4") and February the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near El Paraíso
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo Beso 94.5 FM (NI) | bachata, baladas | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Juan Pablo Segundo 97.7 fm (NI) | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in El Paraíso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo | ||||
| Museo Municipal |
Libraries in El Paraíso
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Paraíso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxi Despensa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Danlí | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ocotal |
Hotels in El Paraíso
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Paraíso
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Paraíso
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Paraíso
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in El Paraíso
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Paraíso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Paraíso
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toncontín Airport | TGU | Medium Airport |
| Agropecuaria Lepaguare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Archaga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aserradero Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Desvio Potrerillos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Alto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cubo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flefil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Galeras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llanos Del Tigre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Noveno Batallón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Jamastran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rapaco II Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talanguita Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in El Paraíso
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos De Honduras |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Paraíso
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de El Paraíso |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Paraíso
What is the population of El Paraíso?
El Paraíso has a population of 18,779 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 169.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Paraíso?
El Paraíso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches.