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Puerto Alto, Honduras
Cortés Department · Honduras
Puerto Alto is a small town in Cortés Department, Honduras with a population of 1,385. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Puerto Alto
Puerto Alto är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Cortés, i den nordvästra delen av landet, 190 km norr om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Puerto Alto ligger 11 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 385.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,385 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.7000°, -87.8667° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Cortés Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.1 inches (2,035 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puerto Alto
Puerto Alto is a small town in Honduras (Cortés Department) with a population of 1,385. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in Puerto Alto
Puerto Alto 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 | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 191 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 877.0 sq mi (2,271.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.7000°N, 87.8667°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 | — | 36 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 9.0 in |
Puerto Alto has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 80.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.7") and April the driest (1.9").
Radio Stations near Puerto Alto
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Ranchera (SV) | — | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Activa Honduras | — | MP3 | |
| La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras | 102.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Puerto Alto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antropología e Historia de San Pedro Sula | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo San Fernando de Omoa |
Libraries in Puerto Alto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Puerto Alto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito el Unico | |||||
| Mercado Dandi | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Viberes |
Breweries in Puerto Alto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Hondureña |
Stadiums & Teams in Puerto Alto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Puerto Alto
9 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 |
| Chumbagua 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 |
| Yoro Airport | ORO | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Puerto Alto
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clínica Dentales Unidas | ||
| Clínica Ferraro | ||
| Clínicas Odontológicas San Pío de Pietrelcina | ||
| Medí Red |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of Puerto Alto?
Puerto Alto has a population of 1,385 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 877.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerto Alto?
Puerto Alto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.1 inches.