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Piedras Amarillas, Honduras

Atlántida Department · Honduras

Piedras Amarillas is a small town in Atlántida Department, Honduras with a population of 999. Elevation: 1,224 ft (373 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

999 Population 1/sq mi density
1,224 ft Elevation 373 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
60.1 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Piedras Amarillas

Piedras Amarillas

Piedras Amarillas är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Atlántida, i den centrala delen av landet, 190 km norr om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Piedras Amarillas ligger 373 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 999.

People

Population999
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Population999
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Coordinates15.6833°, -86.5667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceAtlántida Department
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation60.1 inches (1,527 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Piedras Amarillas

Piedras Amarillas is a small town in Honduras (Atlántida Department) with a population of 999. The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet (373 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Climate in Piedras Amarillas

Piedras Amarillas has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 3044 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 423.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 256.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 203.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 102.1
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 84.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 128.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 134.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 174.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 239.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 367.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 534.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 395.6
Piedras Amarillas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.4°F
43% above Honduras avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Area955.4 sq mi (2,474.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates15.6833°N, 86.5667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.1"
58% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.31"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

133 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Oct 5, 2024.

May 28, 2009 46 km NW of Guanaja, Honduras M7.3 122 km
Oct 5, 1996 42 km NNW of Guanaja, Honduras M5.6 135 km
Jun 8, 1994 37 km N of Guanaja, Honduras M5.5 143 km
Feb 8, 2023 north of Honduras M5.5 129 km
Apr 15, 1997 32 km WNW of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.5 91 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 66 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 34 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 111 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 56 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 60 km
Apr 28, 2019 42 km NNW of Guanaja, Honduras M5.1 130 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 87 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 34 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 32 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 128 km
Feb 2, 2016 57 km NW of Guanaja, Honduras M5.0 136 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 71 km
Feb 4, 2024 39 km NW of Guanaja, Honduras M4.8 123 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 113 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 158 km
2020 Iota Category 3 265 km
2020 Nana Category 1 168 km
2016 Earl Category 1 165 km
2011 Rina Category 3 256 km
2010 Richard Category 2 127 km
2010 Paula Category 1 241 km
2007 Felix Category 4 229 km
2001 Iris Category 4 127 km
2000 Keith Category 4 247 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 89 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2009 OFF COAST OF HONDURAS Earthquake 4.0 m 7 121 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 59 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in
March 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
April 79°F (26°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 6.3 in
October 78°F (25°C) 8.2 in
November 75°F (24°C) 8.3 in Wettest
December 73°F (23°C) 6.9 in

Piedras Amarillas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.3") and April the driest (2.0").

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Museums in Piedras Amarillas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo

Libraries in Piedras Amarillas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública La Ceiba0.0

Farmers Markets in Piedras Amarillas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de La Ceiba

Stadiums & Teams in Piedras Amarillas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Piedras Amarillas

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Juan Manuel Gálvez International AirportRTBLarge Airport
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Trujillo AirportTJIMedium Airport
Agua Caliente AirportSmall Airport
Barbareta AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirportSmall Airport
Fort Morgan Cay AirportSmall Airport
Jicalapa AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportSmall Airport
Monica AirportSmall Airport
Regional Hamer AirportSmall Airport
Sinaloa AirportSmall Airport
Tocoa AirportTCFSmall Airport
Utila AirportUIISmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Piedras Amarillas

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
D’Antoni del Este

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 Piedras Amarillas

What is the population of Piedras Amarillas?

Piedras Amarillas has a population of 999 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 955.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Piedras Amarillas?

Piedras Amarillas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.1 inches.

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