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La Entrada, Honduras
Copán Department · Honduras
La Entrada is a small city in Copán Department, Honduras with a population of 14,705. Elevation: 1,667 ft (508 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
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About La Entrada
La Entrada is a town in the Honduran department of Copán. It is the capital of the municipality of Nueva Arcadia. The town’s name is Spanish for "The Entrance" as the town is a gateway from coastal Honduras to the mountainous Western highlands.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,705 |
| Population Density | 182 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,667 ft (508 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0638°, -88.7463° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Copán Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.9 inches (1,622 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Entrada
La Entrada is a small city in Honduras (Copán Department) with a population of 14,705. The city sits at an elevation of 1,667 feet (508 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 63.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in La Entrada
La Entrada 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 1329 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,667 ft (508 m) |
| Area | 80.8 sq mi (209.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 182/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0638°N, 88.7463°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 131 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 48 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (83 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 158 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
La Entrada has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.3") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near La Entrada
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musiquera 93.3 FM | 93.3 fm, musiquera | MP3 | |
| EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés | 93.3 fm, boca del río | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Farmers Markets in La Entrada
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Pulperia |
Hotels in La Entrada
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Entrada
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Entrada
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Entrada
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Entrada
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Estor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Vegas Airport | LCF | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Entrada
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Cristo Ebenezer Libertad | |
| Iglesia de La Entrada |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of La Entrada?
La Entrada has a population of 14,705 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 182 people per square mile, spread across 80.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Entrada?
La Entrada 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 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.9 inches.