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Puerto Lempira, Honduras
Gracias a Dios Department · Honduras
Puerto Lempira is a small town in Gracias a Dios Department, Honduras with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Puerto Lempira
Puerto Lempira or Auhya Yari is the Miskito capital of the Gracias a Dios department in northeastern Honduras, located on the shores of the Caratasca Lagoon. Though it does not have paved roads, it is the largest town in the Gracias a Dios Department.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,000 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2657°, -83.7744° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Gracias a Dios Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 122.8 inches (3,120 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puerto Lempira
Puerto Lempira is a small town in Honduras (Gracias a Dios Department) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 122.8 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in Puerto Lempira
Puerto Lempira has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 2931 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 134 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 4,715.6 sq mi (12,213.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2657°N, 83.7744°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 13.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 16.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 13.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 16.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 15.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in |
Puerto Lempira has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 122.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.4") and March the driest (2.5").
Colleges & Universities in Puerto Lempira
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Tecnológico Perla de la Mosquitia | College | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Puerto Lempira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Muskitia Aunhka | |||||
| Mercado Puerto Lempira |
Hotels in Puerto Lempira
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puerto Lempira
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Puerto Lempira
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puerto Lempira
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puerto Lempira
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Puerto Lempira
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Puerto Lempira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Puerto Lempira
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ahuas Airport | AHS | Small Airport |
| Auca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barra Del Patuca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cauquira Airport | CDD | Small Airport |
| Coco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Durzona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Katabila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mocoron Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Lempira Airport | PEU | Small Airport |
| Raya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rus Rus I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rus Rus II Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sixatigni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tipimuratara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uhi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Waplaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Warunta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wasma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Waspam Airport | WSP | Small Airport |
| Wawina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yaxu Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puerto Lempira
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Bautista | |
| Iglesia de Dios | |
| Iglesia de San José | |
| Iglesia Morava | |
| Jehova Witniska Nani Asla Aidurbanka Watla |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Puerto Lempira?
Puerto Lempira has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,715.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerto Lempira?
Puerto Lempira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 134 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.8 inches.