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Oropolí, Honduras

El Paraíso Department · Honduras

Oropolí is a small town in El Paraíso Department, Honduras with a population of 1,412. Elevation: 1,549 ft (472 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

1,412 Population 8/sq mi density
1,549 ft Elevation 472 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
35.9 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Oropolí

Oropolí is a municipality in the Honduran department of El Paraíso.

People

Population1,412
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,549 ft (472 m)
Population1,412
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation1,549 ft (472 m)
Coordinates13.8167°, -86.8167°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceEl Paraíso Department
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation35.9 inches (911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Oropolí

Oropolí is a small town in Honduras (El Paraíso Department) with a population of 1,412. The city sits at an elevation of 1,549 feet (472 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Oropolí has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,549 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above Honduras avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,549 ft (472 m)
Area169.6 sq mi (439.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates13.8167°N, 86.8167°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
6% below Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.85"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

245 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 6, 2025.

Jun 10, 2016 Nicaragua M6.1 111 km
Apr 3, 1999 13 km S of Amapala, Honduras M6.0 114 km
Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 99 km
Jul 18, 1990 16 km SSE of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 147 km
Mar 9, 2007 4 km W of Santa Cruz, Honduras M5.6 87 km
Jan 12, 1990 near the coast of Nicaragua M5.6 147 km
Feb 20, 2006 17 km SE of Amapala, Honduras M5.5 108 km
Feb 24, 2024 9 km W of El Realejo, Nicaragua M5.3 150 km
May 6, 2018 3 km NE of Intipucá, El Salvador M5.2 147 km
Aug 6, 1999 12 km SW of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M5.2 136 km
May 6, 2018 10 km WSW of Conchagua, El Salvador M5.2 137 km
Aug 5, 1999 7 km SSE of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M5.2 137 km
Jun 10, 2016 21 km S of Somotillo, Nicaragua M5.2 108 km
Sep 6, 2022 21 km WNW of Puerto Morazán, Nicaragua M5.2 113 km
Jun 14, 2016 16 km ESE of Puerto Morazán, Nicaragua M5.2 116 km
Mar 28, 2005 8 km NNE of Telica, Nicaragua M5.1 137 km
Jan 23, 1991 12 km ESE of El Jicaral, Nicaragua M5.1 140 km
Jan 3, 2002 12 km NE of Chichigalpa, Nicaragua M5.1 130 km
Jul 13, 1990 35 km NW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.0 139 km
Feb 26, 2024 12 km WNW of Puerto Morazán, Nicaragua M5.0 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Julia Category 1 285 km
2020 Iota Category 2 175 km
2020 Eta Category 1 272 km
2007 Felix Category 2 217 km
1998 Mitch Category 4 261 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 2 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (85 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 85 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 103 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 108 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 124 km
San Cristobal Stratovolcano 1,745 m (5,725 ft) 2019 126 km
Telica Stratovolcano(es) 1,036 m (3,399 ft) 2018 135 km
Rota Stratovolcano 832 m (2,730 ft) Unknown 141 km
Negro, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 728 m (2,388 ft) 1999 146 km
Pilas, Las Complex 1,088 m (3,570 ft) 1954 148 km
Momotombo Stratovolcano 1,270 m (4,167 ft) 2016 158 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 168 km
Tigre, El Stratovolcano 1,640 m (5,381 ft) Unknown 179 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 180 km
Apoyeque Pyroclastic shield 518 m (1,699 ft) -50 183 km
Usulutan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) Unknown 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 74°F (24°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
April 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in
May 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
July 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in
August 76°F (25°C) 4.1 in
September 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 5.8 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in

Oropolí has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 73°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Oropolí

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
XY 90.5 FM Tegucigalpa pop, top 40 MP3 64 kbps
Vox FM Honduras - Tegucigalpa 101.7 FM - San Pedro Sula 106.1 FM 101.7 fm, 106.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
Radio HRN La Voz de Honduras information, news AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Progreso HN 103.3 fm, info MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM Honduras: Tegucigalpa 100.5 FM / San Pedro Sula 89.3 FM / Choluteca 95.9 FM / Litoral 93.9 FM américa, centroamérica AAC
Stereo Beso 94.5 FM (NI) bachata, baladas MP3 320 kbps
XY 90.5 FM - Tegucigalpa, Honduras 90.5 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
Vox FM Honduras 101.7 fm, 106.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
Stereo Luz MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Oropolí

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa Fortín
Casa Museo
Museo Municipal

Libraries in Oropolí

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Allan Anderson0.0
Biblioteca Wilson Popenoe0.0

Farmers Markets in Oropolí

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Maxi Despensa
Mercado Municipal de Danlí

Stadiums & Teams in Oropolí

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Oropolí

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toncontín AirportTGUMedium Airport
Acensa AirportSmall Airport
Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul AirportSmall Airport
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Archaga AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Barrio El Aterrizaje AirportSmall Airport
Choluteca AirportSmall Airport
El Alto AirportSmall Airport
El Cubo AirportSmall Airport
El Tesoro AirportSmall Airport
Estelí AirportSmall Airport
Flefil AirportSmall Airport
La Grecia AirportSmall Airport
Llanos Del Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Monte Libano AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport
Rapaco II AirportSmall Airport
San Bernardo AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirportSmall Airport
San Jose AirportSmall Airport
San Lorenzo AirportSmall Airport
Sur Agropecuaria AirportSmall Airport
Talanguita AirportSmall Airport
Tamara 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 Oropolí

What is the population of Oropolí?

Oropolí has a population of 1,412 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 169.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Oropolí?

Oropolí 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 76°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.

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