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San José de Oriente, Honduras
Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras
San José de Oriente is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 888. Elevation: 2,005 ft (611 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José de Oriente
San José de Oriente är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Santa Bárbara, i den västra delen av landet, 140 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. San José de Oriente ligger 611 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 888.
People
Climate
| Population | 888 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,005 ft (611 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0333°, -88.1167° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Santa Bárbara Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,014 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José de Oriente
San José de Oriente is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 888. The city sits at an elevation of 2,005 feet (611 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,005 ft (611 m) |
| Area | 106.1 sq mi (274.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0333°N, 88.1167°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 108 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 111 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 16 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 182 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 10.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in |
San José de Oriente has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and March the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near San José de Oriente
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Activa Honduras | — | MP3 | |
| Otoro Radio | música variada | AAC 96 kbps | |
| La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras | 102.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in San José de Oriente
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura José María Leiva |
Farmers Markets in San José de Oriente
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in San José de Oriente
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José de Oriente
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San José de Oriente?
San José de Oriente has a population of 888 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 106.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José de Oriente?
San José de Oriente has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.