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Loma Alta, Honduras
Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras
Loma Alta is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 1,067. Elevation: 1,637 ft (499 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
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About Loma Alta
Loma Alta är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Santa Bárbara, i den västra delen av landet, 210 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Loma Alta ligger 461 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 067.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,067 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,637 ft (499 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3982°, -88.5625° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Santa Bárbara Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.8 inches (1,774 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Loma Alta
Loma Alta is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 1,067. The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet (499 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.8 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,637 ft (499 m) |
| Area | 97.4 sq mi (252.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3982°N, 88.5625°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 | — | 90 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 58 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (78 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 8.6 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 9.9 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
Loma Alta has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 69.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and March the driest (1.6").
Radio Stations near Loma Alta
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caribean FM 105.1 (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| 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 |
Stadiums & Teams in Loma Alta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Loma Alta
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Las Vegas Airport | LCF | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Gorda Airport | PND | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of Loma Alta?
Loma Alta has a population of 1,067 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 97.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Loma Alta?
Loma Alta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.8 inches.