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Guanaja, Honduras
Bay Islands · Honduras
Guanaja is a small city in Bay Islands, Honduras with a population of 5,538. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Guanaja
Guanaja is one of the Bay Islands of Honduras and is in the Caribbean. It is about 70 kilometres (43 mi) off the north coast of Honduras, and 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) from the island of Roatan. One of the cays off Guanaja, also called Guanaja or Bonacca or Low Cay, is near the main island, and contains most of the approximately 5,538 people who live in Guanaja. The densely populated cay has been described as the Venice of Honduras because of the waterways that run through it. The other two main settlements on Guanaja are Mangrove Bight and Savannah Bight. Smaller settlements includes Pelican Reef, East End and North East Bight.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,538 |
| Population Density | 120 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.4419°, -85.8872° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Bay Islands |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.5 inches (2,324 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guanaja
Guanaja is a small city in Honduras (Bay Islands) with a population of 5,538. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in Guanaja
Guanaja has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 2451 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 180 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 46.1 sq mi (119.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.4419°N, 85.8872°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2009 | OFF COAST OF HONDURAS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 7 | 48 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (112 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 15.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 15.5 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 12.0 in |
Guanaja has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 91.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.7") and April the driest (2.6").
Hotels in Guanaja
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Guanaja
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Guanaja
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Guanaja
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Guanaja
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Guanaja
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Guanaja
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Guanaja
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport | RTB | Large Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | GJA | Medium Airport |
| Trujillo Airport | TJI | Medium Airport |
| Barbareta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bonito Oriental Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Morgan Cay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iriona Airport | IRN | Small Airport |
| Limon Airport | LMH | Small Airport |
| Sinaloa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Guanaja
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Guanaja | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Guanaja?
Guanaja has a population of 5,538 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 46.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guanaja?
Guanaja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 91.5 inches.