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Jocón, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

Jocón is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 1,731. Elevation: 3,192 ft (973 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,731 Population 2/sq mi density
3,192 ft Elevation 973 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
48.9 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Jocón

Jocón is a municipality in the department of Yoro, Honduras.

People

Population1,731
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation3,192 ft (973 m)
Population1,731
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,192 ft (973 m)
Coordinates15.2833°, -86.9667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation48.9 inches (1,242 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jocón

Jocón is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 1,731. The city sits at an elevation of 3,192 feet (973 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 48.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Jocón 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 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,192 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.8°F
33% above Honduras avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,192 ft (973 m)
Area1,126.1 sq mi (2,916.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates15.2833°N, 86.9667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.48"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 141 km
Apr 15, 1997 32 km WNW of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.5 131 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 58 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 33 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 117 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 109 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 148 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 44 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 62 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 115 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 64 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 123 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 13 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 93 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 123 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 28 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 89 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 122 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 33 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 124 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 1 204 km
2020 Iota Category 2 259 km
2020 Nana Category 1 189 km
2016 Earl Category 1 222 km
2010 Richard Category 2 181 km
2007 Felix Category 2 243 km
2001 Iris Category 4 158 km
2000 Keith Category 4 273 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 148 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (94 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 94 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 114 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
February 69°F (20°C) 1.1 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 1.8 in
May 76°F (24°C) 5.5 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in
August 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 7.5 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in
November 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
December 67°F (20°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Jocón has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in December to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.5") and March the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Jocón

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Ranchera (SV) - AAC 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in Jocón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Jocón

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jocón

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Agropecuaria Lepaguare Airport-Small Airport
Agua Caliente Airport-Small Airport
Aserradero El Encino Airport-Small Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Porvenir Airport-Small Airport
Finca San Antonio Airport-Small Airport
Guayabillas Airport-Small Airport
Guayape Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda Galeras Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda Ulua Airport-Small Airport
Joya Del Quebracho Airport-Small Airport
Jutigalpa airportJUTSmall Airport
La Joya Airport-Small Airport
Las Lajas Airport-Small Airport
Manto Airport-Small Airport
Minas De Oro Airport-Small Airport
Monica Airport-Small Airport
San Luis Airport-Small Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Victoria Airport-Small Airport
Yodeco Airport-Small Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jocón

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Jocón

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 Jocón

What is the population of Jocón?

Jocón has a population of 1,731 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,126.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jocón?

Jocón 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 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches.

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