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La Estancia, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

La Estancia is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 1,668. Elevation: 2,552 ft (778 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,668 Population 7/sq mi density
2,552 ft Elevation 778 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About La Estancia

La Estancia

La Estancia är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Yoro, i den västra delen av landet, 140 km norr om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. La Estancia ligger 778 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 668.

People

Population1,668
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation2,552 ft (778 m)
Population1,668
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation2,552 ft (778 m)
Coordinates15.2833°, -87.5500°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Estancia

La Estancia is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 1,668. The city sits at an elevation of 2,552 feet (778 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

La Estancia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,552 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above Honduras avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,552 ft (778 m)
Area232.2 sq mi (601.5 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates15.2833°N, 87.5500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.39"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

116 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 100 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 105 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 93 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 50 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 93 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 61 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 87 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 128 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 131 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 131 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 111 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 123 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 125 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 99 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 64 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 128 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 36 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 115 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 70 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 129 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 1 216 km
2020 Nana Category 1 180 km
2016 Earl Category 1 235 km
2010 Richard Category 2 193 km
2001 Iris Category 4 144 km
2000 Keith Category 4 259 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 204 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 - 93 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (57 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 57 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 117 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in
February 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
May 78°F (25°C) 4.5 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in
September 75°F (24°C) 8.4 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in Coldest

La Estancia has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.4") and March the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near La Estancia

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Ranchera (SV) - AAC 96 kbps
Radio Activa Honduras - MP3
La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras 102.9 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in La Estancia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in La Estancia

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Estancia

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Agua Caliente Airport-Small Airport
Aserradero El Encino Airport-Small Airport
Guayabillas Airport-Small Airport
Guayape Airport-Small Airport
Joya Del Quebracho Airport-Small Airport
La America Airport-Small Airport
La Joya Airport-Small Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Marcos Perez Airport-Small Airport
Minas De Oro Airport-Small Airport
Monica Airport-Small Airport
San Luis Airport-Small Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Victoria Airport-Small Airport
Yodeco Airport-Small 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 Estancia

What is the population of La Estancia?

La Estancia has a population of 1,668 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 232.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Estancia?

La Estancia 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 75°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches.

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