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El Rosario, Honduras

Olancho Department · Honduras

El Rosario is a small town in Olancho Department, Honduras with a population of 962. Elevation: 2,559 ft (780 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

962 Population 7/sq mi density
2,559 ft Elevation 780 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
56.5 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About El Rosario

El Rosario

El Rosario är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Olancho, i den centrala delen av landet, 110 km nordost om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. El Rosario ligger 780 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 962.

People

Population962
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation2,559 ft (780 m)
Population962
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation2,559 ft (780 m)
Coordinates14.9000°, -86.6833°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceOlancho Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation56.5 inches (1,434 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Rosario

El Rosario is a small town in Honduras (Olancho Department) with a population of 962. The city sits at an elevation of 2,559 feet (780 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

El Rosario has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,559 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Honduras avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,559 ft (780 m)
Area139.8 sq mi (362.1 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates14.9000°N, 86.6833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.5"
49% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

66 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 101 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 138 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 86 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 96 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 65 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 68 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 43 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 33 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 145 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 124 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 76 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 76 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 87 km
Jun 5, 2009 1 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M4.7 71 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 95 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 142 km
Dec 18, 1990 11 km N of Mezapa, Honduras M4.6 136 km
Aug 24, 2013 11 km SSE of Nueva Esperanza, Honduras M4.6 100 km
Apr 18, 2013 13 km SSE of San Antonio, Honduras M4.6 79 km
Feb 7, 2012 7 km NE of La Libertad, Honduras M4.5 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 245 km
2020 Eta Category 2 284 km
2020 Iota Category 2 208 km
2020 Nana Category 1 239 km
2016 Earl Category 1 252 km
2010 Richard Category 2 215 km
2007 Felix Category 2 200 km
2001 Iris Category 4 205 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 153 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (137 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 137 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 140 km
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
May 76°F (24°C) 6.9 in Warmest
June 74°F (24°C) 7.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in
August 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 8.8 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 7.8 in
November 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
December 67°F (20°C) 2.4 in

El Rosario has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.8") and February the driest (0.9").

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Stadiums & Teams in El Rosario

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Airports Near El Rosario

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agropecuaria Lepaguare AirportSmall Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Archaga AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero El Encino AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
Desvio Potrerillos AirportSmall Airport
El Alto AirportSmall Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Cubo AirportSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirportSmall Airport
Finca San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Flefil AirportSmall Airport
Guayabillas AirportSmall Airport
Guayape AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Galeras AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Ulua AirportSmall Airport
Jicalapa AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
Jutigalpa airportJUTSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportSmall Airport
La Herradura AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Seca AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Minas De Oro AirportSmall Airport
Regional Hamer AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco De La Paz AirportSmall Airport
San Luis AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita AirportSmall Airport
Tamara AirportSmall Airport
Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Rosario

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de El Rosario
Iglesia de Yocón

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 Rosario

What is the population of El Rosario?

El Rosario has a population of 962 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 139.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Rosario?

El Rosario has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.

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