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San José, Honduras
La Paz Department · Honduras
San José is a small town in La Paz Department, Honduras with a population of 1,463. Elevation: 4,259 ft (1,298 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José
San José is a municipality in the Honduran department of La Paz.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,463 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,259 ft (1,298 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.2481°, -87.9595° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | La Paz Department |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.8 inches (1,543 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José
San José is a small town in Honduras (La Paz Department) with a population of 1,463. The city sits at an elevation of 4,259 feet (1,298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.8 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,259 ft (1,298 m) |
| Area | 139.9 sq mi (362.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.2481°N, 87.9595°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 103 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 134 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 147 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 155 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 12.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 7.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
San José has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 64°F in December to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.0") and February the driest (0.5").
Radio Stations near San José
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otoro Radio | música variada | AAC 96 kbps |
Museums in San José
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura |
Libraries in San José
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San José
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Concepción | |||||
| Mercado Intibucá | |||||
| Mercado La Esperanza | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Clinics in San José
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San José
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| Toncontín Airport | TGU | Medium Airport |
| Archaga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| Los Comandos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Minas De Oro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa de Lima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sulaco Airport | SCD | Small Airport |
| Tamara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in San José
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Teleton |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San José
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San José | |
| Iglesia de Santa María |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San José
What is the population of San José?
San José has a population of 1,463 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 139.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José?
San José enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches.