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La Esperanza, Honduras
Colón Department · Honduras
La Esperanza is a small town in Colón Department, Honduras with a population of 2,014. Elevation: 1,450 ft (442 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Esperanza
La Esperanza Airport is an airport serving a number of agricultural villages and towns in western Colón Department, Honduras. The largest nearby towns are Sonaguera (13 km) and Sabá (17 km).
People
Climate
| Population | 2,014 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,450 ft (442 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.6333°, -85.7667° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Colón Department |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,368 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esperanza
La Esperanza is a small town in Honduras (Colón Department) with a population of 2,014. The city sits at an elevation of 1,450 feet (442 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,450 ft (442 m) |
| Area | 402.2 sq mi (1,041.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.6333°N, 85.7667°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2009 | OFF COAST OF HONDURAS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 7 | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in |
La Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (1.9").
Gas Stations in La Esperanza
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Esperanza
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Trujillo Airport | TJI | Medium Airport |
| Bonito Oriental Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Catacamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chiquerito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Porvenir Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iriona Airport | IRN | Small Airport |
| Jicalapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limon Airport | LMH | Small Airport |
| Manto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotales Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Regional Hamer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sangrelaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinaloa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tocoa Airport | TCF | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a population of 2,014 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 402.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.