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El Socorro, Honduras
Comayagua Department · Honduras
El Socorro is a small town in Comayagua Department, Honduras with a population of 1,092. Elevation: 3,822 ft (1,165 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About El Socorro
El Socorro är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Comayagua, i den västra delen av landet, 100 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. El Socorro ligger 1 134 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 092.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,092 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,822 ft (1,165 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6271°, -87.9053° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Comayagua Department |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.2 inches (1,477 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Socorro
El Socorro is a small town in Honduras (Comayagua Department) with a population of 1,092. The city sits at an elevation of 3,822 feet (1,165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.1°F |
| 26% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,822 ft (1,165 m) |
| Area | 153.7 sq mi (398.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6271°N, 87.9053°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 150 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 40 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 163 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 9.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 7.5 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
El Socorro has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 64°F in December to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.0") and March the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near El Socorro
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otoro Radio | música variada | AAC 96 kbps |
Museums in El Socorro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura |
Libraries in El Socorro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Dr. Marco A. Flores Rodas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Socorro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Pablo |
Restaurants in El Socorro
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Socorro
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Socorro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Socorro
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| Toncontín Airport | TGU | Medium Airport |
| Archaga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca 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 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Socorro?
El Socorro has a population of 1,092 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 153.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Socorro?
El Socorro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.