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San José de Colinas, Honduras

Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras

San José de Colinas is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 3,985. Elevation: 1,250 ft (381 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,985 Population 31/sq mi density
1,250 ft Elevation 381 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
63.4 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About San José de Colinas

San José de Colinas is a town, with a population of 5,215, and a municipality in the Honduran department of Santa Bárbara.

People

Population3,985
Density31/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Population3,985
Population Density31 / sq mi
Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Coordinates15.0410°, -88.3019°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceSanta Bárbara Department
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.4 inches (1,609 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José de Colinas

San José de Colinas is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 3,985. The city sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet (381 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.4 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

San José de Colinas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Honduras avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Area127.3 sq mi (329.8 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates15.0410°N, 88.3019°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.4"
67% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.47"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

129 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 82 km
Nov 9, 1997 13 km NNE of San Sebastián, El Salvador M6.5 143 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 131 km
Dec 18, 1997 11 km WSW of Sensuntepeque, El Salvador M6.1 142 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 148 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 134 km
May 18, 2005 1 km SSE of San José La Arada, Guatemala M5.3 143 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 127 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 49 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 143 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 66 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 91 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 68 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 144 km
Feb 19, 2016 8 km N of San Sebastián, El Salvador M5.0 149 km
May 8, 2001 15 km W of Sesori, El Salvador M5.0 149 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 144 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 144 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 121 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 259 km
2020 Nana Category 1 196 km
2016 Earl Category 1 262 km
2010 Richard Category 2 238 km
2001 Iris Category 4 136 km
2000 Keith Category 2 290 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1856 BAY OF HONDURAS Eruption + Earthquake 5.0 m 111 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 91 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (35 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 35 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 136 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 153 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 153 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 155 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 155 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 164 km
San Vicente Stratovolcano 2,182 m (7,159 ft) Unknown 171 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 172 km
Tecapa Stratovolcano 1,593 m (5,226 ft) Unknown 173 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 174 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 174 km
Tigre, El Stratovolcano 1,640 m (5,381 ft) Unknown 175 km
Taburete Stratovolcano 1,172 m (3,845 ft) Unknown 180 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 1.6 in
May 80°F (26°C) 4.7 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 10.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in
August 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in
September 77°F (25°C) 10.5 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 6.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Coldest

San José de Colinas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 72°F in December to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.5") and March the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near San José de Colinas

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Activa Honduras MP3
Otoro Radio música variada AAC 96 kbps
Musiquera 93.3 FM 93.3 fm, musiquera MP3
EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés 93.3 fm, boca del río AAC+ 48 kbps
La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras 102.9 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in San José de Colinas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura José María Leiva

Farmers Markets in San José de Colinas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Clinics in San José de Colinas

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud San José de Colinas

Stadiums & Teams in San José de Colinas

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Airports Near San José de Colinas

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Puerto Barrios AirportPBRMedium Airport
Bananera AirportSmall Airport
Celaque Gracias AirportGACSmall Airport
Choloma AirportSmall Airport
Chumbagua AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyagua AirportSmall Airport
La America AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportLEZSmall Airport
La Estanzuela AirportSmall Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Las Vegas AirportLCFSmall Airport
Luz y Vida AirportSmall Airport
Marcos Perez AirportSmall Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall Airport
San Marcos De Ocotepeque AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San José de Colinas

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San José de Colinas

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 José de Colinas

What is the population of San José de Colinas?

San José de Colinas has a population of 3,985 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 127.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José de Colinas?

San José de Colinas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.4 inches.

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