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Protección, Honduras
Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras
Protección is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 2,101. Elevation: 3,182 ft (970 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Protección
Protección is a municipality in the Honduran department of Santa Bárbara.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,101 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,182 ft (970 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0276°, -88.6469° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Santa Bárbara Department |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.1 inches (1,627 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Protección
Protección is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 2,101. The city sits at an elevation of 3,182 feet (970 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,182 ft (970 m) |
| Area | 80.8 sq mi (209.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0276°N, 88.6469°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 | - | 128 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 59 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 157 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 160 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 10.4 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
Protección has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in December to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Protección
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musiquera 93.3 FM | 93.3 fm, musiquera | MP3 | |
| EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés | 93.3 fm, boca del río | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Libraries in Protección
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Protección
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Pulperia |
Clinics in Protección
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Protección
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Protección
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Estor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Las Vegas Airport | LCF | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Protección
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Teletón |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Protección
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Protección |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Protección?
Protección has a population of 2,101 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 80.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Protección?
Protección has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.1 inches.