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La Encarnación, Honduras
Ocotepeque Department · Honduras
La Encarnación is a small town in Ocotepeque Department, Honduras with a population of 1,484. Elevation: 2,874 ft (876 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Encarnación
La Encarnación is a municipality in the Honduran department of Ocotepeque.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,484 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,874 ft (876 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6668°, -89.0875° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Ocotepeque Department |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.4 inches (1,482 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Encarnación
La Encarnación is a small town in Honduras (Ocotepeque Department) with a population of 1,484. The city sits at an elevation of 2,874 feet (876 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.4 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.9°F |
| 29% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,874 ft (876 m) |
| Area | 226.5 sq mi (586.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6668°N, 89.0875°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 137 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 73 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (53 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 53 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 106 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 108 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 8.3 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 10.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
La Encarnación has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.5") and March the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near La Encarnación
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musiquera 93.3 FM | 93.3 fm, musiquera | MP3 | |
| Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) | noticias y deportes | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM (GT) | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés | 93.3 fm, boca del río | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in La Encarnación
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Arqueología | ||||
| Museo de Esculturas Maya | ||||
| Museo Digital de Copán |
Farmers Markets in La Encarnación
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Stadiums & Teams in La Encarnación
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Encarnación
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Encarnación?
La Encarnación has a population of 1,484 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 226.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Encarnación?
La Encarnación enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.4 inches.