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La Ruidosa, Honduras

Copán Department · Honduras

La Ruidosa is a small town in Copán Department, Honduras with a population of 800. Elevation: 2,431 ft (741 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

800 Population 12/sq mi density
2,431 ft Elevation 741 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
71.6 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About La Ruidosa

La Ruidosa is a village located in the municipality of Florida in Copán Department of northwestern Honduras. It has potable water and electric power. Coffee, maize and beans are cultivated. A stream called La Quebrada del Ruidoso is located south of the village, which gets its name from the noisy sound of the rapids in the mountain stream. The village was founded around 1920.

People

Population800
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain71.6 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)
Population800
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)
Coordinates15.2363°, -88.7514°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceCopán Department
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation71.6 inches (1,819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Ruidosa

La Ruidosa is a small town in Honduras (Copán Department) with a population of 800. The city sits at an elevation of 2,431 feet (741 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 71.6 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

La Ruidosa 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 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,431 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above Honduras avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)
Area64.3 sq mi (166.6 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates15.2363°N, 88.7514°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.6"
88% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.85"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

97 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 22, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 76 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 143 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 136 km
May 15, 1997 3 km WNW of Santa Catarina Mita, Guatemala M5.5 140 km
May 18, 2005 1 km SSE of San José La Arada, Guatemala M5.3 107 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 52 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 77 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 22 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 97 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 78 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 139 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 68 km
Aug 13, 2023 6 km W of Asunción Mita, Guatemala M4.8 148 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 94 km
Dec 13, 2001 12 km NNE of Tucurú, Guatemala M4.7 144 km
Oct 18, 1997 5 km NNE of El Corpus, Honduras M4.6 57 km
Aug 2, 2012 8 km WNW of Lucerna, Honduras M4.6 78 km
Nov 8, 2000 1 km ENE of El Jícaro, Guatemala M4.6 127 km
Jan 31, 2015 10 km NNE of Sinuapa, Honduras M4.6 89 km
Jul 19, 1999 2 km NW of Potrerillos, Honduras M4.6 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 245 km
2020 Nana Category 1 180 km
2016 Earl Category 1 241 km
2010 Richard Category 2 224 km
2001 Iris Category 4 107 km
2000 Keith Category 4 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 117 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 39 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (88 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 88 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 97 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 121 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 133 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 135 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 145 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 153 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 154 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 157 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 162 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 163 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 169 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 169 km
Coatepeque Caldera Caldera 746 m (2,448 ft) Unknown 175 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 71°F (21°C) 2.0 in
March 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 1.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.3 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 11.9 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 9.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 9.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 10.8 in
October 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 6.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in

La Ruidosa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and March the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near La Ruidosa

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Caribean FM 105.1 (GT) entretenimiento, latino AAC+ 96 kbps
Musiquera 93.3 FM 93.3 fm, musiquera MP3
EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés 93.3 fm, boca del río AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Cultural TGN (GT) christian-gospel, evangelical MP3 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in La Ruidosa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in La Ruidosa

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Airports Near La Ruidosa

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Barrios AirportPBRMedium Airport
Bananera AirportSmall Airport
Celaque Gracias AirportGACSmall Airport
Choloma AirportSmall Airport
Chumbagua AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyagua AirportSmall Airport
El Estor AirportSmall Airport
Esquipulas AirportSmall Airport
La Estanzuela AirportSmall Airport
Las Vegas AirportLCFSmall Airport
Luz y Vida AirportSmall Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall 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 Ruidosa

What is the population of La Ruidosa?

La Ruidosa has a population of 800 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 64.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Ruidosa?

La Ruidosa 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 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.6 inches.

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