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Salamá, Honduras
Colón Department · Honduras
Salamá is a small town in Colón Department, Honduras with a population of 1,737. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Salamá
Salamá is a city in Guatemala. It is the capital of the department of Baja Verapaz and it is situated at 940 m above sea level. The municipality of Salamá, for which the city of Salamá serves as the administrative centre, covers a total surface area of 764 km2 with a population of 65,275 inhabitants at the 2018 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,737 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.7500°, -85.9667° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Colón Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.5 inches (1,639 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salamá
Salamá is a small town in Honduras (Colón Department) with a population of 1,737. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 402.2 sq mi (1,041.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.7500°N, 85.9667°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2009 | OFF COAST OF HONDURAS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 7 | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (106 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (29°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in |
Salamá has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.9") and April the driest (1.9").
Museums in Salamá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo y Piscinas Naturales Riveras del Pedregal |
Stadiums & Teams in Salamá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salamá
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport | RTB | Large Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | GJA | Medium Airport |
| Trujillo Airport | TJI | Medium Airport |
| Barbareta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bonito Oriental Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carta Airport | LUI | Small Airport |
| Coyoles Airport | CYL | Small Airport |
| El Arrayán Airport | OAN | Small Airport |
| El Porvenir Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Morgan Cay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jicalapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limon Airport | LMH | Small Airport |
| Regional Hamer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinaloa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tocoa Airport | TCF | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Salamá
What is the population of Salamá?
Salamá has a population of 1,737 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 402.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salamá?
Salamá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.5 inches.