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Magdalena, Honduras

Intibucá Department · Honduras

Magdalena is a small town in Intibucá Department, Honduras with a population of 966. Elevation: 640 ft (195 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

966 Population 7/sq mi density
640 ft Elevation 195 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Magdalena

Magdalena

Magdalena är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Intibucá, i den sydvästra delen av landet, 120 km väster om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Magdalena ligger 195 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 966.

People

Population966
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Population966
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Coordinates13.8667°, -88.3000°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceIntibucá Department
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,937 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Magdalena

Magdalena is a small town in Honduras (Intibucá Department) with a population of 966. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet (195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Magdalena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above Honduras avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area139.9 sq mi (362.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates13.8667°N, 88.3000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.3"
101% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.57"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,243 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 4, 2025.

Jan 13, 2001 28 km SSW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M7.7 99 km
May 30, 2019 32 km S of La Libertad, El Salvador M6.6 132 km
Feb 13, 2001 5 km S of Cojutepeque, El Salvador M6.6 72 km
Nov 9, 1997 13 km NNE of San Sebastián, El Salvador M6.5 55 km
Jul 19, 2023 43 km S of Intipucá, El Salvador M6.5 121 km
Jan 5, 2025 56 km SSE of La Libertad, El Salvador M6.2 135 km
Feb 28, 2001 24 km S of Zacatecoluca, El Salvador M6.1 86 km
Dec 18, 1997 11 km WSW of Sensuntepeque, El Salvador M6.1 48 km
Apr 3, 1999 13 km S of Amapala, Honduras M6.0 106 km
Jul 31, 2019 38 km SSW of La Libertad, El Salvador M5.9 143 km
May 16, 2019 41 km WSW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.9 146 km
Apr 2, 2018 24 km SW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.9 94 km
Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 108 km
Mar 16, 2001 22 km SW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.9 91 km
Mar 29, 2001 46 km SW of Jiquilisco, El Salvador M5.8 111 km
Feb 7, 2001 32 km SSW of Zacatecoluca, El Salvador M5.8 101 km
Jan 15, 2001 23 km S of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.8 93 km
Jan 16, 2001 36 km SSW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.7 107 km
Dec 14, 1996 66 km SSW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.7 137 km
Jul 8, 2013 27 km SE of La Libertad, El Salvador M5.7 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Adrian Category 1 265 km
2001 Iris Category 4 263 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 185 136 km
2001 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 0.3 m 844 99 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 80 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chinameca (43 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 43 km
Tigre, El Stratovolcano 1,640 m (5,381 ft) Unknown 46 km
Tecapa Stratovolcano 1,593 m (5,226 ft) Unknown 47 km
Usulutan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) Unknown 53 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 53 km
Taburete Stratovolcano 1,172 m (3,845 ft) Unknown 54 km
San Vicente Stratovolcano 2,182 m (7,159 ft) Unknown 65 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 84 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 89 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 94 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 97 km
San Salvador Stratovolcano 1,893 m (6,211 ft) 1917 108 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 126 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 129 km
Coatepeque Caldera Caldera 746 m (2,448 ft) Unknown 135 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in Warmest
May 76°F (24°C) 9.4 in
June 74°F (23°C) 13.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 10.2 in
August 74°F (23°C) 12.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 14.6 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 10.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Magdalena has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in December to 77°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 76.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Magdalena

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura y Memoria Histórica
Museo Winakirika

Libraries in Magdalena

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Casa de la Cultura0.0
Casa de la Cultura0.0

Farmers Markets in Magdalena

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Magdalena

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Magdalena

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Barillas AirportSmall Airport
Casas Nuevas AirportSmall Airport
Ceiba Doblada AirportSmall Airport
Celaque Gracias AirportGACSmall Airport
Concepción AirportSmall Airport
Corral De Mulas AirportSmall Airport
El Papalon AirportSmall Airport
El Tamarindo AirportSmall Airport
Erandique AirportEDQSmall Airport
Espiritu Santo AirportSmall Airport
La Alondra AirportSmall Airport
La Aramuaca AirportSmall Airport
La Carrera AirportSmall Airport
La Chepona AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportLEZSmall Airport
Los Comandos AirportSmall Airport
Los Llanos AirportSmall Airport
Mapulaca AirportSmall Airport
Puerto El Triunfo AirportSmall Airport
Punta San Juan AirportSmall Airport
San Marcos De Ocotepeque AirportSmall Airport
San Ramon AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosa de Lima AirportSmall Airport
Usulutan Private AirportSmall Airport
Villa Hermosa AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Tegucigalpa

🇭🇳 About Honduras

Capital Tegucigalpa
Population 9,587,522
Area 112,090 km²
GDP (USD) $34,355,805,528
GDP per capita $3,227
HDI 0.645
Life expectancy 72.9 years
Internet users 58.3%
Urban population 58.3%
Currency HNL (Lempira)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +504
TLD .hn
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Honduras

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Holy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 14 America's Day America's Day
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 3 Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's Day Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's Day
Oct 12 Columbus Day Columbus Day
Oct 21 Army Day Army Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Magdalena

What is the population of Magdalena?

Magdalena has a population of 966 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 139.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Magdalena?

Magdalena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.

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