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Nueva Ocotepeque, Honduras
Ocotepeque Department · Honduras
Nueva Ocotepeque is a small city in Ocotepeque Department, Honduras with a population of 8,780. Elevation: 2,651 ft (808 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Nueva Ocotepeque
Nueva Ocotepeque, with a population of 14,900, is the capital of the Ocotepeque Department of Honduras. It is situated in the north-south valley of the Lempa River, 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) north of the El Salvador border, and 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) east of the Guatemala border.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,780 |
| Population Density | 97 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,651 ft (808 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.4338°, -89.1828° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Ocotepeque Department |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,429 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nueva Ocotepeque
Nueva Ocotepeque is a small city in Honduras (Ocotepeque Department) with a population of 8,780. The city sits at an elevation of 2,651 feet (808 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.0°F |
| 28% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,651 ft (808 m) |
| Area | 90.2 sq mi (233.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 97/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.4338°N, 89.1828°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 109 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 99 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Diego (37 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 37 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 79 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 81 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 86 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
Nueva Ocotepeque has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in December to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 56.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Nueva Ocotepeque
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tribu FM (SV) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Salem 92.5 (SV) | christian, educational | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Musiquera 93.3 FM | 93.3 fm, musiquera | MP3 | |
| Plenitud Radio (SV) | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Supra 90.5 FM (SV) | — | AAC | |
| Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) | noticias y deportes | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM (GT) | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Nueva Ocotepeque
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Fernando Llort |
Farmers Markets in Nueva Ocotepeque
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Municipal La Bendición |
Hotels in Nueva Ocotepeque
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nueva Ocotepeque
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Nueva Ocotepeque
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Nueva Ocotepeque
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nueva Ocotepeque
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nueva Ocotepeque
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nueva Ocotepeque
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nueva Ocotepeque
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ilopango International Airport | ILS | Medium Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Sucio Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nueva Ocotepeque
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Honducor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nueva Ocotepeque
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San José |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Nueva Ocotepeque
What is the population of Nueva Ocotepeque?
Nueva Ocotepeque has a population of 8,780 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 97 people per square mile, spread across 90.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nueva Ocotepeque?
Nueva Ocotepeque enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches.