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El Rosario, Honduras
Comayagua Department · Honduras
El Rosario is a small town in Comayagua Department, Honduras with a population of 2,575. Elevation: 1,509 ft (460 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Rosario
El Rosario is a municipality in the Honduran department of Comayagua.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,575 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,509 ft (460 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8000°, -87.7667° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Comayagua Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,014 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Rosario
El Rosario is a small town in Honduras (Comayagua Department) with a population of 2,575. The city sits at an elevation of 1,509 feet (460 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,509 ft (460 m) |
| Area | 212.2 sq mi (549.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8000°N, 87.7667°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 187 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 9.8 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 9.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
El Rosario has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 67.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near El Rosario
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otoro Radio | música variada | AAC 96 kbps |
Libraries in El Rosario
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Dr. Marco A. Flores Rodas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Rosario
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Pablo |
Stadiums & Teams in El Rosario
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Rosario
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Toncontín Airport | TGU | Medium Airport |
| Archaga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Alto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cubo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Flefil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Minas De Oro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sulaco Airport | SCD | Small Airport |
| Talanguita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yodeco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yoro Airport | ORO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of El Rosario?
El Rosario has a population of 2,575 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 212.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Rosario?
El Rosario has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.