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San Francisco, Honduras

Choluteca Department · Honduras

San Francisco is a small town in Choluteca Department, Honduras with a population of 883. Elevation: 3,747 ft (1,142 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

883 Population 4/sq mi density
3,747 ft Elevation 1,142 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
48.5 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About San Francisco

San Francisco

San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is the fourth-most populous city in California and the 17th-most populous in the United States, with a population of 826,079 in 2025. Among U.S. cities with a population of 200,000 or more, San Francisco is ranked first by per capita income, second by population density, and sixth by aggregate income as of 2024. Some 4.6 million residents live in the city's metropolitan statistical area, which is the 13th-largest in the United States. Around 9.2 million live in the San Jose–San Francisco–Oakland combined statistical area, the fifth-largest in the United States.

People

Population883
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Population883
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Coordinates13.3667°, -86.9000°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceCholuteca Department
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation48.5 inches (1,231 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Francisco

San Francisco is a small town in Honduras (Choluteca Department) with a population of 883. The city sits at an elevation of 3,747 feet (1,142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

San Francisco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,747 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.2°F
32% above Honduras avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Area234.4 sq mi (607.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates13.3667°N, 86.9000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.5"
28% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.53"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

627 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 1, 2025.

Jul 19, 2023 43 km S of Intipucá, El Salvador M6.5 143 km
Mar 2, 2014 33 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M6.2 124 km
Apr 10, 2014 16 km SW of Valle San Francisco, Nicaragua M6.1 121 km
Jun 10, 2016 Nicaragua M6.1 60 km
Apr 3, 1999 13 km S of Amapala, Honduras M6.0 82 km
Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 69 km
May 16, 2019 41 km WSW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.9 128 km
Jul 3, 2011 49 km SSW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 140 km
Feb 23, 2011 55 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 147 km
Sep 15, 2016 11 km NNE of La Paz Centro, Nicaragua M5.7 107 km
Apr 27, 1992 24 km SSE of Corinto, Nicaragua M5.7 123 km
Jul 18, 1990 16 km SSE of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 99 km
Mar 18, 2001 23 km SSE of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 107 km
Mar 17, 2024 45 km SSW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.6 136 km
Mar 9, 2007 4 km W of Santa Cruz, Honduras M5.6 54 km
Apr 28, 2004 45 km SW of Corinto, Nicaragua M5.6 146 km
Jan 12, 1990 near the coast of Nicaragua M5.6 100 km
May 21, 2021 40 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.6 132 km
Jan 6, 2002 33 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.6 125 km
Apr 24, 2018 42 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.6 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Julia Category 1 266 km
2020 Iota Category 2 188 km
2020 Eta Category 1 285 km
2007 Felix Category 2 245 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 2 256 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 99 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (58 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 58 km
San Cristobal Stratovolcano 1,745 m (5,725 ft) 2019 75 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 79 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 81 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 84 km
Telica Stratovolcano(es) 1,036 m (3,399 ft) 2018 85 km
Rota Stratovolcano 832 m (2,730 ft) Unknown 92 km
Negro, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 728 m (2,388 ft) 1999 98 km
Pilas, Las Complex 1,088 m (3,570 ft) 1954 100 km
Momotombo Stratovolcano 1,270 m (4,167 ft) 2016 112 km
Apoyeque Pyroclastic shield 518 m (1,699 ft) -50 139 km
Nejapa-Miraflores Fissure vent(s) 360 m (1,181 ft) 1060 152 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 155 km
Tigre, El Stratovolcano 1,640 m (5,381 ft) Unknown 166 km
Usulutan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) Unknown 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 8.2 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 8.8 in
July 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
August 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
September 72°F (22°C) 9.5 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 8.4 in
November 69°F (21°C) 1.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in

San Francisco has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 68°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Francisco

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stereo Beso 94.5 FM (NI) bachata, baladas MP3 320 kbps

Farmers Markets in San Francisco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Santa Rosa

Gas Stations in San Francisco

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas
Gasolinera

Stadiums & Teams in San Francisco

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Airports Near San Francisco

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toncontín AirportTGUMedium Airport
Acensa AirportSmall Airport
Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul AirportSmall Airport
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Barrio El Aterrizaje AirportSmall Airport
Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez AirportSmall Airport
Choluteca AirportSmall Airport
El Tesoro AirportSmall Airport
Estelí AirportSmall Airport
La Grecia AirportSmall Airport
Llanos Del Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Los Pollos AirportSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Monte Libano AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport
Rapaco II AirportSmall Airport
San Bernardo AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirportSmall Airport
San Jose AirportSmall Airport
San Lorenzo AirportSmall Airport
Sur Agropecuaria 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 San Francisco

What is the population of San Francisco?

San Francisco has a population of 883 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 234.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Francisco?

San Francisco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches.

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