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Las Lajas, Honduras
Comayagua Department · Honduras
Las Lajas is a small town in Comayagua Department, Honduras with a population of 3,011. Elevation: 1,490 ft (454 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Las Lajas
Las Lajas is a town, with a population of 12,000, and a municipality in the Honduran department of Comayagua.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,011 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,490 ft (454 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7833°, -87.7500° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Comayagua Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,014 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Las Lajas
Las Lajas is a small town in Honduras (Comayagua Department) with a population of 3,011. The city sits at an elevation of 1,490 feet (454 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,490 ft (454 m) |
| Area | 212.2 sq mi (549.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7833°N, 87.7500°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 187 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 9.8 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 9.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
Las Lajas has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 67.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Las Lajas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otoro Radio | música variada | AAC 96 kbps |
Libraries in Las Lajas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Dr. Marco A. Flores Rodas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Las Lajas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Pablo |
Stadiums & Teams in Las Lajas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Las Lajas
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Toncontín Airport | TGU | Medium Airport |
| Archaga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Alto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cubo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Flefil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | 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 |
| Minas De Oro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sulaco Airport | SCD | Small Airport |
| Talanguita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yodeco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yoro Airport | ORO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of Las Lajas?
Las Lajas has a population of 3,011 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 212.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Las Lajas?
Las Lajas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.