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Joconal, Honduras

Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras

Joconal is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 1,206. Elevation: 2,277 ft (694 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,206 Population 19/sq mi density
2,277 ft Elevation 694 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
69.8 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Joconal

Joconal

Joconal är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Santa Bárbara, i den västra delen av landet, 210 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Joconal ligger 692 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 206.

People

Population1,206
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain69.8 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Population1,206
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Coordinates15.3552°, -88.6330°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceSanta Bárbara Department
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation69.8 inches (1,774 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Joconal

Joconal is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 1,206. The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet (694 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.8 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Joconal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above Honduras avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Area64.3 sq mi (166.6 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates15.3552°N, 88.6330°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.8"
84% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.10"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 22, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 58 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 118 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 148 km
May 18, 2005 1 km SSE of San José La Arada, Guatemala M5.3 125 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 35 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 77 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 60 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 106 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 17 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 139 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 121 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 53 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 91 km
Aug 2, 2012 8 km WNW of Lucerna, Honduras M4.6 95 km
Mar 27, 2007 11 km SSE of Río Chiquito, Honduras M4.6 50 km
Mar 23, 1999 Honduras M4.6 103 km
Oct 18, 1997 5 km NNE of El Corpus, Honduras M4.6 74 km
Jan 31, 2015 10 km NNE of Sinuapa, Honduras M4.6 106 km
Jul 19, 1999 2 km NW of Potrerillos, Honduras M4.6 47 km
Oct 18, 2009 19 km NNW of Omoa, Honduras M4.6 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 230 km
2020 Nana Category 1 165 km
2016 Earl Category 1 229 km
2010 Richard Category 2 208 km
2001 Iris Category 4 94 km
2000 Keith Category 4 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 - 99 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 50 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (82 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 82 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 115 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 140 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 151 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 153 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 163 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 170 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 171 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 175 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 180 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 181 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 182 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 187 km
Coatepeque Caldera Caldera 746 m (2,448 ft) Unknown 192 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
February 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
March 74°F (24°C) 1.6 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 4.7 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 11.1 in Wettest
July 76°F (24°C) 9.6 in
August 76°F (25°C) 8.6 in
September 76°F (25°C) 9.9 in
October 74°F (23°C) 6.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 4.4 in Coldest

Joconal has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 69.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and March the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near Joconal

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Caribean FM 105.1 (GT) entretenimiento, latino AAC+ 96 kbps
EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés 93.3 fm, boca del río AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Cultural TGN (GT) christian-gospel, evangelical MP3 96 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in Joconal

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Joconal

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Puerto Barrios AirportPBRMedium Airport
Bananera Airport-Small Airport
Choloma Airport-Small Airport
Chumbagua Airport-Small Airport
Cucuyagua Airport-Small Airport
El Estor Airport-Small Airport
La Estanzuela Airport-Small Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Las Vegas AirportLCFSmall Airport
Luz y Vida Airport-Small Airport
Marcos Perez Airport-Small Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPNDSmall Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall Airport

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 Joconal

What is the population of Joconal?

Joconal has a population of 1,206 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 64.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Joconal?

Joconal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.8 inches.

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