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Prieta, Honduras
Colón Department · Honduras
Prieta is a small town in Colón Department, Honduras with a population of 1,103. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Prieta
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,103 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.5806°, -86.1366° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Colón Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.1 inches (1,375 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Prieta
Prieta is a small town in Honduras (Colón Department) with a population of 1,103. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet (55 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 955.4 sq mi (2,474.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.5806°N, 86.1366°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (100 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 5.4 in |
Prieta has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.4") and April the driest (1.7").
Airports Near Prieta
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport | RTB | Large Airport |
| Golosón International Airport | LCE | Medium Airport |
| Trujillo Airport | TJI | Medium Airport |
| Bonito Oriental Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carta Airport | LUI | Small Airport |
| Catacamas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coyoles Airport | CYL | Small Airport |
| El Aguacate Airport | CAA | Small Airport |
| El Arrayán Airport | OAN | Small Airport |
| El Porvenir Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grupo Carnol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jicalapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limon Airport | LMH | Small Airport |
| Manto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Regional Hamer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Francisco De La Paz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sinaloa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tocoa Airport | TCF | Small Airport |
| Utila Airport | UII | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Prieta
What is the population of Prieta?
Prieta has a population of 1,103 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 Prieta?
Prieta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches.