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San José de Río Tinto, Honduras

Olancho Department · Honduras

San José de Río Tinto is a small town in Olancho Department, Honduras with a population of 1,071. Elevation: 1,486 ft (453 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,071 Population 8/sq mi density
1,486 ft Elevation 453 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
57.2 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About San José de Río Tinto

San José de Río Tinto

San José de Río Tinto är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Olancho, i den centrala delen av landet, 190 km nordost om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. San José de Río Tinto ligger 453 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 071.

People

Population1,071
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Population1,071
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Coordinates14.9333°, -85.7000°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceOlancho Department
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation57.2 inches (1,452 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José de Río Tinto

San José de Río Tinto is a small town in Honduras (Olancho Department) with a population of 1,071. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet (453 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.2 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

San José de Río Tinto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.4°F
40% above Honduras avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Area128.2 sq mi (332.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates14.9333°N, 85.7000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.2"
50% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.62"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 3, 2024.

Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 138 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 93 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 94 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 138 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 137 km
Jun 13, 2001 12 km NW of San José de Bocay, Nicaragua M4.7 146 km
Jun 5, 2009 1 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M4.7 93 km
Aug 15, 2011 6 km SW of Punta Piedra, Honduras M4.6 111 km
May 29, 2009 8 km WSW of Tepusteca, Honduras M4.5 89 km
May 29, 2009 10 km NW of Carbajales, Honduras M4.4 106 km
Feb 18, 1995 8 km SE of Sabá, Honduras M4.4 75 km
Mar 18, 1991 26 km NNE of Francia, Honduras M4.3 128 km
Aug 10, 2002 6 km NW of Arenal, Honduras M4.3 136 km
Aug 18, 2003 22 km NNW of Puerto Castilla, Honduras M4.3 146 km
Jul 6, 2009 2 km SE of Bálsamo Oriental, Honduras M4.3 89 km
Apr 22, 2004 10 km NNE of Quilalí, Nicaragua M4.2 146 km
Apr 22, 2004 20 km NE of Murra, Nicaragua M4.2 120 km
Jun 5, 2009 2 km S of El Juncal, Honduras M4.2 96 km
May 2, 2008 41 km NNE of Santa Rosa de Aguán, Honduras M4.2 150 km
May 31, 2009 2 km NE of Tepusteca, Honduras M4.1 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 245 km
2020 Eta Category 4 197 km
2020 Iota Category 4 147 km
2020 Nana Category 1 291 km
2016 Earl Category 1 221 km
2011 Rina Category 3 291 km
2010 Richard Category 2 182 km
2010 Paula Category 1 223 km
2007 Felix Category 5 105 km
2001 Iris Category 4 210 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 108 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (183 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 78°F (26°C) 1.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest
June 78°F (25°C) 8.6 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 8.3 in
August 76°F (25°C) 7.4 in
September 76°F (25°C) 6.8 in
October 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Coldest

San José de Río Tinto has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 72°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.6") and March the driest (1.2").

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Libraries in San José de Río Tinto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in San José de Río Tinto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in San José de Río Tinto

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Airports Near San José de Río Tinto

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aserradero Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Catacamas AirportSmall Airport
Desvio Potrerillos AirportSmall Airport
El Aguacate AirportCAASmall Airport
El Carbon AirstripSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirportSmall Airport
Grupo Carnol AirportSmall Airport
Jicalapa AirportSmall Airport
Jutigalpa airportJUTSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportSmall Airport
La Herradura AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Seca AirportSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Ocotales AirportSmall Airport
Regional Hamer AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco De La Paz AirportSmall Airport
Tocoa AirportTCFSmall 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 Río Tinto

What is the population of San José de Río Tinto?

San José de Río Tinto has a population of 1,071 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 128.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José de Río Tinto?

San José de Río Tinto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches.

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