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Potrerillos, Honduras
Cortés Department · Honduras
Potrerillos is a small city in Cortés Department, Honduras with a population of 15,707. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Potrerillos
Potrerillos is a town, with a population of 20,050, and a municipality in the Honduran department of Cortés. The municipality was founded in 1875.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,707 |
| Population Density | 369 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2301°, -87.9639° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Cortés Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,014 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Potrerillos
Potrerillos is a small city in Honduras (Cortés Department) with a population of 15,707. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in Potrerillos
Potrerillos has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jun (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1054 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 42.6 sq mi (110.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 369/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2301°N, 87.9639°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 86 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 3.2 in |
Potrerillos has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.1") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Potrerillos
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Activa Honduras | - | MP3 | |
| La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras | 102.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Potrerillos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Fotografia El Arte | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo Ferroviario |
Farmers Markets in Potrerillos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado La Concha | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo de El Progreso |
Cafes in Potrerillos
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Potrerillos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Potrerillos
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Minas De Oro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sulaco Airport | SCD | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Potrerillos
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Centro de Salud |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Potrerillos
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Catolica | |
| Iglesia Catolica | |
| Iglesia de Potrerillos | |
| Iglesia Nuevo Testamento | |
| Iglesia Reformada | |
| Iglesia Reformada | |
| Nuevo Testamento |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Potrerillos?
Potrerillos has a population of 15,707 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 369 people per square mile, spread across 42.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potrerillos?
Potrerillos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.