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La Esperanza, Honduras
Cortés Department · Honduras
La Esperanza is a small town in Cortés Department, Honduras with a population of 985. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Esperanza
La Esperanza är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Cortés, i den västra delen av landet, 180 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. La Esperanza ligger 214 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 985.
People
Climate
| Population | 985 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4167°, -88.1833° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Cortés Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.1 inches (1,553 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esperanza
La Esperanza is a small town in Honduras (Cortés Department) with a population of 985. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet (214 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in La Esperanza
La Esperanza has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jun (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1054 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 414.1 sq mi (1,072.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4167°N, 88.1833°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 | — | 68 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 99 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (53 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 53 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
La Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 61.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.3") and March the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near La Esperanza
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Activa Honduras | — | MP3 | |
| Caribean FM 105.1 (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras | 102.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cultural TGN (GT) | christian-gospel, evangelical | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in La Esperanza
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antropología e Historia de San Pedro Sula | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo del Niño |
Libraries in La Esperanza
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Publica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Esperanza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito el Unico | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Dandi | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado La Concha | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Viberes |
Breweries in La Esperanza
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Hondureña |
Stadiums & Teams in La Esperanza
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Esperanza
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Gorda Airport | PND | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in La Esperanza
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Clínica Dentales Unidas | ||
| Clínica Ferraro | ||
| Clínicas Odontológicas San Pío de Pietrelcina | ||
| Medí Red |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a population of 985 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 414.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.