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La Esperanza, Honduras
Copán Department · Honduras
La Esperanza is a small town in Copán Department, Honduras with a population of 919. Elevation: 2,543 ft (775 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Esperanza
La Esperanza är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i kommunen Copán Ruinas och departementet Departamento de Copán, i den västra delen av landet, 230 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. La Esperanza ligger 753 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 919.
People
Climate
| Population | 919 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,543 ft (775 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0509°, -89.0982° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Copán Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.8 inches (1,723 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esperanza
La Esperanza is a small town in Honduras (Copán Department) with a population of 919. The city sits at an elevation of 2,543 feet (775 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.8 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.2°F |
| 37% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,543 ft (775 m) |
| Area | 226.5 sq mi (586.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0509°N, 89.0982°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 30 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (54 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 145 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 10.1 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in |
La Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 67.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.8") and March the driest (1.2").
Radio Stations near La Esperanza
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musiquera 93.3 FM | 93.3 fm, musiquera | MP3 | |
| 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 Esperanza
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo | ||||
| Museo de Arqueología | ||||
| Museo de Esculturas Maya | ||||
| Museo Digital de Copán |
Farmers Markets in La Esperanza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in La Esperanza
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Esperanza
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Estor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco 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 |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Esperanza
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| E.C | |
| IGLESIA CATOLICA | |
| IGLESIA CATOLICA | |
| IGLESIA CATOLICA | |
| IGLESIA CATOLICA | |
| IGLESIA EVANGELICA | |
| Iglesia Manos De Jesus |
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 919 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 226.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.8 inches.