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La Estancia, Honduras

Olancho Department · Honduras

La Estancia is a small town in Olancho Department, Honduras with a population of 1,508. Elevation: 3,714 ft (1,132 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,508 Population 8/sq mi density
3,714 ft Elevation 1,132 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
53.9 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 Olancho, i den centrala delen av landet, 140 km nordost om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. La Estancia ligger 1 132 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 508.

People

Population1,508
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)
Population1,508
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)
Coordinates15.0500°, -86.3500°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceOlancho Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation53.9 inches (1,369 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Estancia

La Estancia is a small town in Honduras (Olancho Department) with a population of 1,508. The city sits at an elevation of 3,714 feet (1,132 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

La Estancia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,714 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above Honduras avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,714 ft (1,132 m)
Area199.8 sq mi (517.6 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates15.0500°N, 86.3500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 101 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 99 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 113 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 107 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 41 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 44 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 67 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 111 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 68 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 109 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 97 km
Jun 5, 2009 1 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M4.7 46 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 101 km
Aug 24, 2013 11 km SSE of Nueva Esperanza, Honduras M4.6 131 km
Apr 18, 2013 13 km SSE of San Antonio, Honduras M4.6 94 km
Aug 15, 2011 6 km SW of Punta Piedra, Honduras M4.6 142 km
May 29, 2009 8 km WSW of Tepusteca, Honduras M4.5 37 km
Feb 7, 2012 7 km NE of La Libertad, Honduras M4.5 133 km
Apr 24, 2013 8 km SSW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.5 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 230 km
2020 Iota Category 3 195 km
2020 Eta Category 2 261 km
2020 Nana Category 1 240 km
2016 Earl Category 1 229 km
2010 Richard Category 2 195 km
2010 Paula Category 1 264 km
2007 Felix Category 4 172 km
2001 Iris Category 4 198 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 117 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (132 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 132 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
April 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 6.9 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in
August 74°F (23°C) 6.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 8.0 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 7.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in Coldest

La Estancia has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in December to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (0.8").

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Stadiums & Teams in La Estancia

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Airports Near La Estancia

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Agropecuaria Lepaguare AirportSmall Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero El Encino AirportSmall Airport
Bonito Oriental AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Catacamas AirportSmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
Desvio Potrerillos AirportSmall Airport
El Aguacate AirportCAASmall Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Carbon AirstripSmall Airport
El Cubo AirportSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirportSmall Airport
Finca San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Grupo Carnol AirportSmall Airport
Guayape AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Galeras AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Ulua AirportSmall Airport
Jicalapa AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
Jutigalpa airportJUTSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportSmall Airport
La Herradura AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Seca AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Monica AirportSmall Airport
Regional Hamer AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco De La Paz AirportSmall Airport
Sinaloa AirportSmall Airport
Tocoa AirportTCFSmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall 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 1,508 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 199.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Estancia?

La Estancia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.

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