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San José de Las Conchas, Honduras

Choluteca Department · Honduras

San José de Las Conchas is a small town in Choluteca Department, Honduras with a population of 1,084. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,084 Population 14/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
59.1 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About San José de Las Conchas

San José de Las Conchas

San José de Las Conchas är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Choluteca, i den sydvästra delen av landet, 90 km söder om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. San José de Las Conchas ligger 18 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 084.

People

Population1,084
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population1,084
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates13.3253°, -87.3956°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceCholuteca Department
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation59.1 inches (1,501 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José de Las Conchas

San José de Las Conchas is a small town in Honduras (Choluteca Department) with a population of 1,084. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

San José de Las Conchas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.3°F
54% above Honduras avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area79.2 sq mi (205.1 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates13.3253°N, 87.3956°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.1"
56% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,225 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 4, 2025.

Jan 13, 2001 28 km SSW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M7.7 140 km
Jul 19, 2023 43 km S of Intipucá, El Salvador M6.5 94 km
Mar 2, 2014 33 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M6.2 91 km
Jun 10, 2016 Nicaragua M6.1 72 km
Sep 5, 1992 55 km SSW of Corinto, Nicaragua M6.0 148 km
Apr 3, 1999 13 km S of Amapala, Honduras M6.0 31 km
Mar 16, 2001 22 km SW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.9 143 km
May 16, 2019 41 km WSW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.9 89 km
Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 17 km
Apr 2, 2018 24 km SW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.9 141 km
Jan 15, 2001 23 km S of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.8 131 km
Sep 15, 2016 11 km NNE of La Paz Centro, Nicaragua M5.7 128 km
Jan 16, 2001 36 km SSW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.7 146 km
Jul 3, 2011 49 km SSW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 114 km
Jan 16, 2001 29 km S of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.7 134 km
Feb 23, 2011 55 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 114 km
Mar 18, 2001 23 km SSE of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 87 km
Jul 18, 1990 16 km SSE of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 79 km
Apr 27, 1992 24 km SSE of Corinto, Nicaragua M5.7 121 km
Jan 14, 2001 18 km SSW of Puerto El Triunfo, El Salvador M5.7 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Iota Category 1 241 km
2007 Felix Category 1 295 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2001 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 0.3 m 844 140 km
2014 GULF OF FONSECA Earthquake 0.0 m 1 119 km
1919 GULF OF FONSECA Earthquake — — 149 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake — — 45 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zacate Grande, Isla (25 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 25 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 27 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 43 km
San Cristobal Stratovolcano 1,745 m (5,725 ft) 2019 81 km
Telica Stratovolcano(es) 1,036 m (3,399 ft) 2018 100 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 103 km
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 109 km
Rota Stratovolcano 832 m (2,730 ft) Unknown 111 km
Tigre, El Stratovolcano 1,640 m (5,381 ft) Unknown 113 km
Usulutan Stratovolcano 1,449 m (4,754 ft) Unknown 117 km
Negro, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 728 m (2,388 ft) 1999 118 km
Pilas, Las Complex 1,088 m (3,570 ft) 1954 120 km
Tecapa Stratovolcano 1,593 m (5,226 ft) Unknown 121 km
Taburete Stratovolcano 1,172 m (3,845 ft) Unknown 124 km
Momotombo Stratovolcano 1,270 m (4,167 ft) 2016 137 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
February 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 85°F (29°C) 0.3 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.9 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 8.4 in
June 83°F (28°C) 10.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 5.9 in
August 84°F (29°C) 7.7 in
September 82°F (28°C) 12.7 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 10.0 in Coldest
November 82°F (28°C) 2.1 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in

San José de Las Conchas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 82°F in October to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 59.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.7") and February the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in San José de Las Conchas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Artesanal (Mercadito Verde)
Mercado La Concepción
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Nacaome
Mercado San Antonio

Stadiums & Teams in San José de Las Conchas

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Airports Near San José de Las Conchas

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toncontín AirportTGUMedium Airport
Acensa Airport—Small Airport
Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport—Small Airport
Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport—Small Airport
Choluteca Airport—Small Airport
El Papalon Airport—Small Airport
El Tamarindo Airport—Small Airport
El Tesoro Airport—Small Airport
La Aramuaca Airport—Small Airport
La Grecia Airport—Small Airport
Los Comandos Airport—Small Airport
Los Pollos Airport—Small Airport
Monte Libano Airport—Small Airport
Rapaco II Airport—Small Airport
San Bernardo Airport—Small Airport
San Jose Airport—Small Airport
San Lorenzo Airport—Small Airport
San Ramon Airport—Small Airport
Santa Rosa de Lima Airport—Small Airport
Sur Agropecuaria Airport—Small 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 José de Las Conchas

What is the population of San José de Las Conchas?

San José de Las Conchas has a population of 1,084 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 79.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José de Las Conchas?

San José de Las Conchas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.1 inches.

Nearby Cities

Los Llanitos 1,040 pop · 4.9 mi Santa Cruz 1,174 pop · 5.6 mi Marcovia 1,928 pop · 6.3 mi San Lorenzo 22,289 pop · 7.7 mi Monjarás 6,772 pop · 8.7 mi La Criba 1,001 pop · 8.9 mi El Tular 1,927 pop · 12.6 mi Agua Fría 3,196 pop · 14.4 mi Jícaro Galán 1,370 pop · 14.6 mi Ciudad Choluteca 75,872 pop · 14.6 mi Nacaome 13,929 pop · 16.1 mi Amapala 2,136 pop · 17.5 mi Pespire 3,172 pop · 18.6 mi El Puente 1,325 pop · 19.0 mi
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