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San Francisco del Valle, Honduras

Ocotepeque Department · Honduras

San Francisco del Valle is a small town in Ocotepeque Department, Honduras with a population of 1,878. Elevation: 3,038 ft (926 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,878 Population 18/sq mi density
3,038 ft Elevation 926 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
56.7 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About San Francisco del Valle

San Francisco del Valle is a municipality in the Honduran department of Ocotepeque.

People

Population1,878
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation3,038 ft (926 m)
Population1,878
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation3,038 ft (926 m)
Coordinates14.4354°, -88.9561°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceOcotepeque Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation56.7 inches (1,441 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Francisco del Valle

San Francisco del Valle is a small town in Honduras (Ocotepeque Department) with a population of 1,878. The city sits at an elevation of 3,038 feet (926 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.7 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

San Francisco del Valle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,038 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above Honduras avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,038 ft (926 m)
Area106.7 sq mi (276.2 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates14.4354°N, 88.9561°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.7"
49% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

646 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Feb 13, 2001 5 km S of Cojutepeque, El Salvador M6.6 85 km
May 30, 2019 32 km S of La Libertad, El Salvador M6.6 143 km
Nov 9, 1997 13 km NNE of San Sebastián, El Salvador M6.5 67 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 108 km
Dec 18, 1997 11 km WSW of Sensuntepeque, El Salvador M6.1 70 km
Feb 28, 2001 24 km S of Zacatecoluca, El Salvador M6.1 129 km
Jan 18, 2010 17 km SW of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.9 149 km
Mar 16, 2001 22 km SW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.9 146 km
Nov 26, 2009 12 km SW of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.9 145 km
Jun 21, 1991 31 km SE of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.8 136 km
Feb 7, 2001 32 km SSW of Zacatecoluca, El Salvador M5.8 136 km
Jan 9, 2025 10 km E of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.8 125 km
Jun 27, 2012 5 km E of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.7 128 km
May 8, 2001 3 km S of San Vicente, El Salvador M5.7 94 km
Jul 29, 2025 6 km SE of Comapa, Guatemala M5.7 107 km
Jul 8, 2013 27 km SE of La Libertad, El Salvador M5.7 130 km
Sep 19, 2011 3 km E of Santa María Ixhuatán, Guatemala M5.6 141 km
Dec 13, 2013 40 km S of El Rosario, El Salvador M5.6 146 km
Aug 24, 1997 23 km SSE of Izalco, El Salvador M5.6 120 km
Jul 29, 2025 4 km WNW of Jerez, Guatemala M5.6 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nana Category 1 272 km
2005 Adrian Category 1 260 km
2001 Iris Category 4 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA Questionable Earthquake 2.0 m 185 119 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 100 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Diego (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 59 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 62 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 74 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 78 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 78 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 82 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 84 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 86 km
San Salvador Stratovolcano 1,893 m (6,211 ft) 1917 86 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 89 km
Coatepeque Caldera Caldera 746 m (2,448 ft) Unknown 90 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 91 km
San Vicente Stratovolcano 2,182 m (7,159 ft) Unknown 94 km
Santa Ana Stratovolcano 2,381 m (7,812 ft) 2005 97 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 99 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
February 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in Warmest
May 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 10.4 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 8.4 in
August 69°F (21°C) 8.6 in
September 69°F (20°C) 10.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in Coldest

San Francisco del Valle has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 64°F in December to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 56.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.4") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near San Francisco del Valle

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Musiquera 93.3 FM 93.3 fm, musiquera MP3
Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) noticias y deportes MP3 96 kbps

Museums in San Francisco del Valle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Fernando Llort

Farmers Markets in San Francisco del Valle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Stadiums & Teams in San Francisco del Valle

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Airports Near San Francisco del Valle

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ilopango International AirportILSMedium Airport
Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Celaque Gracias AirportGACSmall Airport
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
Choloma AirportSmall Airport
Concepción AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyagua AirportSmall Airport
El Palmer AirportSmall Airport
El Platanar AirportSmall Airport
El Ronco AirportSmall Airport
Erandique AirportEDQSmall Airport
Esquipulas AirportSmall Airport
La Alondra AirportSmall Airport
La Cabaña AirportSmall Airport
La Estanzuela AirportSmall Airport
Luz y Vida AirportSmall Airport
Mapulaca AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Ocotepeque AirportSmall Airport
Rio Sucio Highway AirstripSmall Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall Airport
San Marcos De Ocotepeque AirportSmall Airport
Villa Hermosa AirportSmall Airport
Zacapa 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 del Valle

What is the population of San Francisco del Valle?

San Francisco del Valle has a population of 1,878 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 106.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Francisco del Valle?

San Francisco del Valle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches.

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