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Macholoa, Honduras
Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras
Macholoa is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 989. Elevation: 1,368 ft (417 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macholoa
Macholoa är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Santa Bárbara, i den västra delen av landet, 150 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Macholoa ligger 417 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 989.
People
Climate
| Population | 989 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9167°, -88.3000° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Santa Bárbara Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.7 inches (1,669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macholoa
Macholoa is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 989. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet (417 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.7 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.8°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Area | 151.5 sq mi (392.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9167°N, 88.3000°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 | — | 125 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 160 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
Macholoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 72°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 65.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Macholoa
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otoro Radio | música variada | 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 |
Museums in Macholoa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura José María Leiva |
Farmers Markets in Macholoa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Macholoa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macholoa
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| 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 America 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 |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Macholoa?
Macholoa has a population of 989 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 151.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macholoa?
Macholoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.7 inches.