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La Masica, Honduras

Atlántida Department · Honduras

La Masica is a small town in Atlántida Department, Honduras with a population of 4,022. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

4,022 Population 17/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
63.3 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About La Masica

La Masica

La Masica is a town, with a population of 5,975, and a municipality in the Honduran department of Atlántida. The largest town of the municipality is San Juan Pueblo, with a population of 8,983.

People

Population4,022
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain63.3 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population4,022
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates15.6167°, -87.1167°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceAtlántida Department
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation63.3 inches (1,607 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Masica

La Masica is a small town in Honduras (Atlántida Department) with a population of 4,022. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Climate in La Masica

La Masica has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 3044 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 423.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 256.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 203.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 102.1
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 84.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 128.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 134.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 174.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 239.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 367.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 534.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 395.6
La Masica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above Honduras avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area241.5 sq mi (625.4 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates15.6167°N, 87.1167°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.3"
67% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.70"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

110 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 M6.7 131 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 105 km
Apr 15, 1997 32 km WNW of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.5 98 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 107 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 12 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 33 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 70 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 4 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 132 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 79 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 140 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 79 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 80 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 84 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 52 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 72 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 85 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 32 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 83 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 171 km
2020 Nana Category 1 149 km
2020 Iota Category 1 297 km
2016 Earl Category 1 189 km
2011 Rina Category 3 292 km
2010 Richard Category 2 147 km
2010 Paula Category 1 293 km
2007 Felix Category 2 274 km
2001 Iris Category 4 121 km
2000 Keith Category 4 232 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 147 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 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (61 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 61 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 117 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in
April 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.7 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
August 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 8.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 6.9 in

La Masica has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and April the driest (2.1").

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Radio Stations near La Masica

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Ranchera (SV) AAC 96 kbps

Gas Stations in La Masica

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gasolinera La Masica

Airports Near La Masica

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Juan Manuel Gálvez International AirportRTBLarge Airport
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
La America AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Monica AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Utila AirportUIISmall Airport
Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Masica

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clínica Metodista

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Masica

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de La Masica

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 Masica

What is the population of La Masica?

La Masica has a population of 4,022 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 241.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Masica?

La Masica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.3 inches.

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