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La Unión, Honduras
Lempira Department · Honduras
La Unión is a small town in Lempira Department, Honduras with a population of 3,054. Elevation: 3,320 ft (1,012 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Unión
La Unión är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Lempira, i den västra delen av landet, 150 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. La Unión ligger 1 081 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 3 054.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,054 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,320 ft (1,012 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8139°, -88.4085° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Lempira Department |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.3 inches (1,481 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Unión
La Unión is a small town in Honduras (Lempira Department) with a population of 3,054. The city sits at an elevation of 3,320 feet (1,012 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.8°F |
| 29% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,320 ft (1,012 m) |
| Area | 151.5 sq mi (392.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8139°N, 88.4085°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 | — | 139 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 94 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (50 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 145 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 153 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 10.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
La Unión has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 65°F in December to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.5") and March the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near La Unión
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Museums in La Unión
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura José María Leiva | ||||
| Casa Galeano |
Farmers Markets in La Unión
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in La Unión
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in La Unión
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Unión
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Unión
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Unión
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Unión
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Unión
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 23\12 | |
| 23\16 | |
| 23\40 | |
| gerisin | |
| iglecia catolica | |
| Iglesia Vida Abudante | |
| san pedro apostol 139 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Unión
What is the population of La Unión?
La Unión has a population of 3,054 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Unión?
La Unión enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.3 inches.