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El Rancho, Honduras
Cortés Department · Honduras
El Rancho is a small town in Cortés Department, Honduras with a population of 1,101. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Rancho
La aldea El Rancho es una comunidad ubicada en el sector noroeste del municipio de Choloma, en la sierra de Omoa, departamento de Cortés, en el norte de Honduras.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,101 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.6667°, -87.9500° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Cortés Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.1 inches (2,035 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Rancho
El Rancho is a small town in Honduras (Cortés Department) with a population of 1,101. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet (89 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in El Rancho
El Rancho 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 191 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 216.8 sq mi (561.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.6667°N, 87.9500°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 | — | 37 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (76 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 9.0 in |
El Rancho has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 80.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.7") and April the driest (1.9").
Radio Stations near El Rancho
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 Rancho
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antropología e Historia de San Pedro Sula | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo San Fernando de Omoa |
Libraries in El Rancho
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Publica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Rancho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito el Unico | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Dandi | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Viberes |
Breweries in El Rancho
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Hondureña |
Stadiums & Teams in El Rancho
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Rancho
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Rancho
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Clínica Dentales Unidas | ||
| Clínica Ferraro | ||
| Clínicas Odontológicas San Pío de Pietrelcina | ||
| Medí Red |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of El Rancho?
El Rancho has a population of 1,101 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 216.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Rancho?
El Rancho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.1 inches.