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Pinalejo, Honduras

Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras

Pinalejo is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 3,767. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,767 Population 39/sq mi density
846 ft Elevation 258 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
63.4 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Pinalejo

Pinalejo

Pinalejo är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Santa Bárbara, i den västra delen av landet, 190 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Pinalejo ligger 239 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 3 767.

People

Population3,767
Density39/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Population3,767
Population Density39 / sq mi
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates15.3871°, -88.3921°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceSanta Bárbara Department
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.4 inches (1,609 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pinalejo

Pinalejo is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 3,767. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet (258 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.4 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Pinalejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above Honduras avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area97.4 sq mi (252.2 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates15.3871°N, 88.3921°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.4"
67% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.04"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

110 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 22, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 44 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 100 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 125 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 133 km
May 18, 2005 1 km SSE of San José La Arada, Guatemala M5.3 148 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 97 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 12 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 138 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 40 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 52 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 106 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 118 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 100 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 126 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 147 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 54 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 126 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 130 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 135 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 224 km
2020 Nana Category 1 157 km
2016 Earl Category 1 224 km
2010 Richard Category 2 202 km
2001 Iris Category 4 96 km
2000 Keith Category 4 254 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 - 80 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (63 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 63 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 139 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 162 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 171 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 175 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 181 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 183 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 185 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 190 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 194 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 198 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in
February 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
May 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 10.0 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 8.2 in
August 77°F (25°C) 7.5 in
September 77°F (25°C) 9.1 in
October 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
November 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in
December 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in Coldest

Pinalejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.0") and March the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Pinalejo

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Activa Honduras - MP3
Caribean FM 105.1 (GT) entretenimiento, latino AAC+ 96 kbps
EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés 93.3 fm, boca del río AAC+ 48 kbps
La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras 102.9 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio Cultural TGN (GT) christian-gospel, evangelical MP3 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in Pinalejo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado La Concha
Mercado Municipal

Gas Stations in Pinalejo

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Estación de servicio

Stadiums & Teams in Pinalejo

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Airports Near Pinalejo

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Puerto Barrios AirportPBRMedium Airport
Bananera Airport-Small Airport
Choloma Airport-Small Airport
Chumbagua Airport-Small Airport
La America Airport-Small Airport
La Estanzuela Airport-Small Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Las Vegas AirportLCFSmall Airport
Luz y Vida Airport-Small Airport
Marcos Perez Airport-Small Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPNDSmall Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pinalejo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Salón del Reino

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 Pinalejo

What is the population of Pinalejo?

Pinalejo has a population of 3,767 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 97.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pinalejo?

Pinalejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.4 inches.

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