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Punta Ocote, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

Punta Ocote is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 1,399. Elevation: 2,270 ft (692 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,399 Population 1/sq mi density
2,270 ft Elevation 692 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
41.9 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Punta Ocote

Punta Ocote

Punta Ocote är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Yoro, i den centrala delen av landet, 120 km norr om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Punta Ocote ligger 692 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 399.

People

Population1,399
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Population1,399
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Coordinates15.2000°, -87.2833°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation41.9 inches (1,063 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Punta Ocote

Punta Ocote is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 1,399. The city sits at an elevation of 2,270 feet (692 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Punta Ocote has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,270 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above Honduras avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Area1,126.1 sq mi (2,916.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates15.2000°N, 87.2833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.9"
10% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

102 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 M6.7 130 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 126 km
Apr 15, 1997 32 km WNW of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.5 147 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 38 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 80 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 105 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 148 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 117 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 52 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 97 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 140 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 147 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 127 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 99 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 115 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 34 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 109 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 17 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 90 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 220 km
2020 Nana Category 1 190 km
2020 Iota Category 1 280 km
2016 Earl Category 1 237 km
2010 Richard Category 2 196 km
2007 Felix Category 1 271 km
2001 Iris Category 4 164 km
2000 Keith Category 4 273 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 - 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (79 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 79 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 111 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
February 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 78°F (25°C) 1.5 in
May 78°F (26°C) 4.3 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 5.9 in
July 76°F (24°C) 5.0 in
August 76°F (24°C) 5.1 in
September 76°F (24°C) 6.6 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.8 in Coldest

Punta Ocote has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.6") and March the driest (0.9").

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Farmers Markets in Punta Ocote

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Yorito

Stadiums & Teams in Punta Ocote

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Airports Near Punta Ocote

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Golosón International AirportLCEMedium Airport
Tela AirportTEAMedium Airport
Agua Caliente Airport-Small Airport
Aserradero El Encino Airport-Small Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Alto Airport-Small Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Cubo Airport-Small Airport
Guayabillas Airport-Small Airport
Guayape Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda Ulua Airport-Small Airport
Joya Del Quebracho Airport-Small Airport
La America Airport-Small Airport
La Joya Airport-Small Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Las Lajas Airport-Small Airport
Marcos Perez Airport-Small Airport
Minas De Oro Airport-Small Airport
Monica Airport-Small Airport
San Luis Airport-Small Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita Airport-Small Airport
Victoria Airport-Small Airport
Yodeco Airport-Small 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 Punta Ocote

What is the population of Punta Ocote?

Punta Ocote has a population of 1,399 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,126.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Punta Ocote?

Punta Ocote has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches.

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