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Potrerillos, Honduras

Comayagua Department · Honduras

Potrerillos is a small town in Comayagua Department, Honduras with a population of 1,334. Elevation: 4,409 ft (1,344 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,334 Population 9/sq mi density
4,409 ft Elevation 1,344 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
58.2 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Potrerillos

Potrerillos

Potrerillos är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Comayagua, i den västra delen av landet, 90 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Potrerillos ligger 1 274 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 334.

People

Population1,334
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation4,409 ft (1,344 m)
Population1,334
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation4,409 ft (1,344 m)
Coordinates14.5514°, -87.8774°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceComayagua Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation58.2 inches (1,477 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Potrerillos

Potrerillos is a small town in Honduras (Comayagua Department) with a population of 1,334. The city sits at an elevation of 4,409 feet (1,344 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Potrerillos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,409 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Honduras avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,409 ft (1,344 m)
Area153.7 sq mi (398.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates14.5514°N, 87.8774°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.2"
53% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.98"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

227 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 145 km
Nov 9, 1997 13 km NNE of San Sebastián, El Salvador M6.5 127 km
Dec 18, 1997 11 km WSW of Sensuntepeque, El Salvador M6.1 122 km
Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 150 km
May 8, 2001 3 km S of San Vicente, El Salvador M5.7 145 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 133 km
May 6, 2018 10 km WSW of Conchagua, El Salvador M5.2 142 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 146 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 114 km
May 6, 2018 3 km NE of Intipucá, El Salvador M5.2 149 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 137 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 58 km
Feb 19, 2016 8 km N of San Sebastián, El Salvador M5.0 133 km
Jan 31, 2019 0 km S of Chinameca, El Salvador M5.0 128 km
Apr 7, 2024 2 km S of Tenancingo, El Salvador M5.0 145 km
May 8, 2001 15 km W of Sesori, El Salvador M5.0 115 km
May 6, 2018 2 km ESE of Conchagua, El Salvador M4.9 139 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 120 km
Jan 10, 2002 2 km SE of Tenancingo, El Salvador M4.9 143 km
Mar 19, 1999 8 km SSW of Amapala, Honduras M4.9 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nana Category 1 254 km
2010 Richard Category 2 279 km
2001 Iris Category 4 202 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 275 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 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (49 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 49 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 129 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 134 km
Tigre, El Stratovolcano 1,640 m (5,381 ft) Unknown 134 km
Tecapa Stratovolcano 1,593 m (5,226 ft) Unknown 136 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 138 km
Usulutan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) Unknown 141 km
Taburete Stratovolcano 1,172 m (3,845 ft) Unknown 143 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 145 km
San Vicente Stratovolcano 2,182 m (7,159 ft) Unknown 148 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 152 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 160 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 175 km
San Salvador Stratovolcano 1,893 m (6,211 ft) 1917 178 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
February 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
May 72°F (22°C) 7.8 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 9.6 in
July 69°F (21°C) 6.2 in
August 69°F (21°C) 7.6 in
September 69°F (21°C) 11.0 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 7.5 in
November 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Coldest

Potrerillos has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 64°F in December to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.0") and March the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Potrerillos

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Otoro Radio música variada AAC 96 kbps

Museums in Potrerillos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa De La Cultura
Casa de la Cultura
Museo Arqueológico de Comayagua
Museo José Santos Guardiola

Libraries in Potrerillos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Dr. Marco A. Flores Rodas0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Potrerillos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado San Antonio
Mercado San Francisco
Mercado San Juan
Mercado San Pablo

Stadiums & Teams in Potrerillos

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Airports Near Potrerillos

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Toncontín AirportTGUMedium Airport
Archaga AirportSmall Airport
Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Celaque Gracias AirportGACSmall Airport
Choloma AirportSmall Airport
Chumbagua AirportSmall Airport
Concepción AirportSmall Airport
Erandique AirportEDQSmall Airport
Guayabillas AirportSmall Airport
La Alondra AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportLEZSmall Airport
Los Llanos AirportSmall Airport
Luz y Vida AirportSmall Airport
Marcos Perez AirportSmall Airport
Minas De Oro AirportSmall Airport
San Luis AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita AirportSmall Airport
Tamara AirportSmall Airport
Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall 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 Potrerillos

What is the population of Potrerillos?

Potrerillos has a population of 1,334 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 153.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Potrerillos?

Potrerillos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.

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