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Matarras, Honduras

Atlántida Department · Honduras

Matarras is a small town in Atlántida Department, Honduras with a population of 941. Elevation: 1,680 ft (512 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

941 Population 4/sq mi density
1,680 ft Elevation 512 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
70.0 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Matarras

Matarras

Matarras är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Atlántida, i den nordvästra delen av landet, 160 km norr om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Matarras ligger 512 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 941.

People

Population941
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain70.0 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Population941
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Coordinates15.5167°, -87.4000°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceAtlántida Department
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation70.0 inches (1,777 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Matarras

Matarras is a small town in Honduras (Atlántida Department) with a population of 941. The city sits at an elevation of 1,680 feet (512 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.0 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Matarras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,680 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Honduras avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Area238.6 sq mi (617.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates15.5167°N, 87.4000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.0"
84% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.17"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

111 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 104 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 90 km
Apr 15, 1997 32 km WNW of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.5 120 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 139 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 65 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 26 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 68 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 32 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 100 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 146 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 97 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 114 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 107 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 108 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 77 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 61 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 54 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 88 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 100 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 188 km
2020 Nana Category 1 154 km
2016 Earl Category 1 205 km
2010 Richard Category 2 165 km
2007 Felix Category 1 296 km
2001 Iris Category 4 127 km
2000 Keith Category 4 236 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 180 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 84 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (86 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 86 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 87 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 4.8 in
March 78°F (26°C) 2.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 9.2 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 9.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 8.0 in

Matarras has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.2") and April the driest (1.9").

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Radio Stations near Matarras

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Ranchera (SV) AAC 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in Matarras

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Matarras

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Matarras

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
Guayape AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
La America AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Marcos Perez AirportSmall Airport
Minas De Oro AirportSmall Airport
Monica AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Utila AirportUIISmall Airport
Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall 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 Matarras

What is the population of Matarras?

Matarras has a population of 941 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 238.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Matarras?

Matarras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.0 inches.

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