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La Ermita, Honduras

Francisco Morazán Department · Honduras

La Ermita is a small town in Francisco Morazán Department, Honduras with a population of 2,495. Elevation: 2,526 ft (770 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2,495 Population 12/sq mi density
2,526 ft Elevation 770 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About La Ermita

La Ermita is a corregimiento in San Carlos District, Panamá Oeste Province, Panama with a population of 1,571 as of 2010. Its population as of 1990 was 1,097; its population as of 2000 was 1,218.

People

Population2,495
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation2,526 ft (770 m)
Population2,495
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation2,526 ft (770 m)
Coordinates14.4667°, -87.0667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceFrancisco Morazán Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,060 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Ermita

La Ermita is a small town in Honduras (Francisco Morazán Department) with a population of 2,495. The city sits at an elevation of 2,526 feet (770 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

La Ermita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,526 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.2°F
34% above Honduras avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,526 ft (770 m)
Area214.4 sq mi (555.2 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates14.4667°N, 87.0667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.42"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

94 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 144 km
Mar 9, 2007 4 km W of Santa Cruz, Honduras M5.6 139 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 149 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 118 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 131 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 144 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 127 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 130 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 79 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 99 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 58 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 108 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 126 km
Jun 5, 2009 1 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M4.7 133 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 103 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 120 km
May 24, 2009 3 km SSE of Amapala, Honduras M4.7 148 km
Dec 18, 1990 11 km N of Mezapa, Honduras M4.6 150 km
Aug 24, 2013 11 km SSE of Nueva Esperanza, Honduras M4.6 95 km
Feb 5, 1993 2 km WNW of Trinidad, Honduras M4.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 295 km
2020 Nana Category 1 275 km
2020 Iota Category 1 219 km
2010 Richard Category 2 272 km
2007 Felix Category 2 233 km
2001 Iris Category 4 247 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 217 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 150 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (114 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 114 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 140 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 147 km
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 161 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 174 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 175 km
Tigre, El Stratovolcano 1,640 m (5,381 ft) Unknown 184 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 185 km
Tecapa Stratovolcano 1,593 m (5,226 ft) Unknown 189 km
Usulutan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) Unknown 191 km
Taburete Stratovolcano 1,172 m (3,845 ft) Unknown 195 km
San Cristobal Stratovolcano 1,745 m (5,725 ft) 2019 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
April 76°F (24°C) 1.9 in
May 76°F (25°C) 5.9 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in
August 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in Coldest

La Ermita has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in December to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.4") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near La Ermita

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
XY 90.5 FM Tegucigalpa pop, top 40 MP3 64 kbps
Vox FM Honduras - Tegucigalpa 101.7 FM - San Pedro Sula 106.1 FM 101.7 fm, 106.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
Radio HRN La Voz de Honduras information, news AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Progreso HN 103.3 fm, info MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM Honduras: Tegucigalpa 100.5 FM / San Pedro Sula 89.3 FM / Choluteca 95.9 FM / Litoral 93.9 FM américa, centroamérica AAC
XY 90.5 FM - Tegucigalpa, Honduras 90.5 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
Vox FM Honduras 101.7 fm, 106.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
Stereo Luz MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in La Ermita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Alvaro Contreras0.0
Biblioteca Ricken0.0

Farmers Markets in La Ermita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Banasupro
Centro comercial San Martín
Centro comercial San Martín
Mercado Municipal Guaimaca

Stadiums & Teams in La Ermita

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Airports Near La Ermita

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Toncontín AirportTGUMedium Airport
Agropecuaria Lepaguare AirportSmall Airport
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Archaga AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero El Encino AirportSmall Airport
Barrio El Aterrizaje AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
El Alto AirportSmall Airport
El Cubo AirportSmall Airport
Finca San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Flefil AirportSmall Airport
Guayabillas AirportSmall Airport
Guayape AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Galeras AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Ulua AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Llanos Del Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Minas De Oro AirportSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport
Rapaco II AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirportSmall Airport
San Jose AirportSmall Airport
San Luis AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita AirportSmall Airport
Tamara AirportSmall Airport
Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall 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 La Ermita

What is the population of La Ermita?

La Ermita has a population of 2,495 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 214.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Ermita?

La Ermita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.

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