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Punuare, Honduras

Olancho Department · Honduras

Punuare is a small town in Olancho Department, Honduras with a population of 1,905. Elevation: 1,060 ft (323 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

1,905 Population 15/sq mi density
1,060 ft Elevation 323 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
55.8 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Punuare

Punuare

Punuare är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Olancho, i den centrala delen av landet, 150 km nordost om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Punuare ligger 323 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 905.

People

Population1,905
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Population1,905
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Coordinates14.7333°, -85.9667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceOlancho Department
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation55.8 inches (1,417 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Punuare

Punuare is a small town in Honduras (Olancho Department) with a population of 1,905. The city sits at an elevation of 1,060 feet (323 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.8 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Punuare has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,060 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Honduras avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Area128.2 sq mi (332.1 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates14.7333°N, 85.9667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.8"
47% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.78"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 90 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 91 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 118 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 112 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 149 km
Jun 5, 2009 1 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M4.7 92 km
Jun 13, 2001 12 km NW of San José de Bocay, Nicaragua M4.7 129 km
Apr 18, 2013 13 km SSE of San Antonio, Honduras M4.6 148 km
Aug 15, 2011 6 km SW of Punta Piedra, Honduras M4.6 143 km
May 29, 2009 8 km WSW of Tepusteca, Honduras M4.5 85 km
Mar 31, 2009 13 km SSW of Quilalí, Nicaragua M4.4 143 km
Feb 18, 1995 8 km SE of Sabá, Honduras M4.4 79 km
May 29, 2009 10 km NW of Carbajales, Honduras M4.4 106 km
Jul 6, 2009 2 km SE of Bálsamo Oriental, Honduras M4.3 89 km
Aug 10, 2002 6 km NW of Arenal, Honduras M4.3 122 km
Jun 8, 2025 11 km SW of Talanga, Honduras M4.3 136 km
Apr 22, 2004 20 km NE of Murra, Nicaragua M4.2 97 km
Jun 5, 2009 2 km S of El Juncal, Honduras M4.2 92 km
Feb 12, 2023 5 km ESE of Minas de Oro, Honduras M4.2 144 km
Apr 22, 2004 10 km NNE of Quilalí, Nicaragua M4.2 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 264 km
2020 Eta Category 4 207 km
2020 Iota Category 4 142 km
2020 Nana Category 1 292 km
2016 Earl Category 1 248 km
2010 Richard Category 2 213 km
2010 Paula Category 1 258 km
2007 Felix Category 5 121 km
2001 Iris Category 4 230 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 133 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (180 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 180 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in
February 76°F (24°C) 1.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 8.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 8.8 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
October 78°F (25°C) 6.9 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.5 in Coldest

Punuare has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.8") and March the driest (1.1").

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Libraries in Punuare

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Punuare

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Punuare

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Airports Near Punuare

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agropecuaria Lepaguare AirportSmall Airport
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Catacamas AirportSmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
Desvio Potrerillos AirportSmall Airport
El Aguacate AirportCAASmall Airport
El Carbon AirstripSmall Airport
Finca San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Grupo Carnol AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Galeras AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Ulua AirportSmall Airport
Jicalapa AirportSmall Airport
Jutigalpa airportJUTSmall Airport
La Herradura AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Seca AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco De La Paz AirportSmall 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 Punuare

What is the population of Punuare?

Punuare has a population of 1,905 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 128.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Punuare?

Punuare has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.8 inches.

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