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San Ignacio, Honduras

Francisco Morazán Department · Honduras

San Ignacio is a small town in Francisco Morazán Department, Honduras with a population of 2,330. Elevation: 2,297 ft (700 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

2,330 Population 7/sq mi density
2,297 ft Elevation 700 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
43.0 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About San Ignacio

San Ignacio

San Ignacio är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Francisco Morazán, i den centrala delen av landet, 70 km norr om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. San Ignacio ligger 700 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 2 330.

People

Population2,330
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Population2,330
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Coordinates14.6500°, -87.0333°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceFrancisco Morazán Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation43.0 inches (1,092 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Ignacio

San Ignacio is a small town in Honduras (Francisco Morazán Department) with a population of 2,330. The city sits at an elevation of 2,297 feet (700 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

San Ignacio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,297 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.3°F
34% above Honduras avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Area336.7 sq mi (872.1 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates14.6500°N, 87.0333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.0"
13% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.85"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

71 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 98 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 128 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 111 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 149 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 109 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 112 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 58 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 80 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 38 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 100 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 106 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 84 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 107 km
Jun 5, 2009 1 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M4.7 115 km
Aug 24, 2013 11 km SSE of Nueva Esperanza, Honduras M4.6 81 km
Dec 18, 1990 11 km N of Mezapa, Honduras M4.6 133 km
Apr 18, 2013 13 km SSE of San Antonio, Honduras M4.6 93 km
Feb 5, 1993 2 km WNW of Trinidad, Honduras M4.6 142 km
Mar 30, 2011 5 km W of Mojimán, Honduras M4.5 95 km
Feb 7, 2012 7 km NE of La Libertad, Honduras M4.5 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 275 km
2020 Nana Category 1 255 km
2020 Iota Category 1 224 km
2016 Earl Category 1 290 km
2010 Richard Category 2 251 km
2007 Felix Category 2 231 km
2001 Iris Category 4 228 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 199 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (108 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 108 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 160 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 164 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 167 km
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 178 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 191 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 195 km
Tigre, El Stratovolcano 1,640 m (5,381 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
April 76°F (24°C) 1.9 in
May 76°F (25°C) 6.0 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in
August 74°F (23°C) 4.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 6.9 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in Coldest

San Ignacio has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in December to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (0.6").

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Libraries in San Ignacio

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Alvaro Contreras0.0
Biblioteca Ricken0.0

Farmers Markets in San Ignacio

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Banasupro
Centro comercial San Martín
Centro comercial San Martín
Mercado Municipal Guaimaca

Stadiums & Teams in San Ignacio

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Airports Near San Ignacio

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Toncontín AirportTGUMedium Airport
Agropecuaria Lepaguare AirportSmall Airport
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Archaga AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero El Encino AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
El Alto AirportSmall Airport
El Cubo AirportSmall Airport
Finca San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Flefil AirportSmall Airport
Guayabillas AirportSmall Airport
Guayape AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Galeras AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda Ulua AirportSmall Airport
Joya Del Quebracho AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Llanos Del Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Minas De Oro AirportSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport
Rapaco II AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirportSmall Airport
San Luis AirportSmall Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita AirportSmall Airport
Tamara AirportSmall Airport
Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Yodeco AirportSmall Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Ignacio

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San Ignacio

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 Ignacio

What is the population of San Ignacio?

San Ignacio has a population of 2,330 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 336.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Ignacio?

San Ignacio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.

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