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La Virtud, Honduras
Lempira Department · Honduras
La Virtud is a small town in Lempira Department, Honduras with a population of 1,315. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
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About La Virtud
La Virtud is a municipality in the Honduran department of Lempira.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,315 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.0614°, -88.6948° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Lempira Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,830 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Virtud
La Virtud is a small town in Honduras (Lempira Department) with a population of 1,315. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet (291 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.5°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 106.7 sq mi (276.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.0614°N, 88.6948°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 107 km |
| 2001 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 844 | 113 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 147 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 126 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apastepeque Field (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 58 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 74 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 104 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 8.6 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 11.3 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 11.5 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 13.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
La Virtud has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in December to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and January the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near La Virtud
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Láser Inglés (SV) | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM El Salvador (SV) | 91.3, 91.3 fm | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Femenina (SV) | — | AAC 128 kbps |
Libraries in La Virtud
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Virtud
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Ilobasco |
Gas Stations in La Virtud
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Virtud
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Virtud
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez | SAL | Large Airport |
| Ilopango International Airport | ILS | Medium Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Aramuaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Carrera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| Las Cachas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Mesas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Comandos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Sucio Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Usulutan Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Virtud
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita de San José | |
| Iglesia de La Virtud | |
| Iglesia de Mapulaca |
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 Virtud
What is the population of La Virtud?
La Virtud has a population of 1,315 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 106.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Virtud?
La Virtud has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.