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San José, Honduras
Yoro Department · Honduras
San José is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 1,897. Elevation: 1,916 ft (584 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José
San José is the capital and largest city of Costa Rica, and the capital of San José Province. It is in the center of the country, in the mid-west of the Central Valley. San José is Costa Rica's seat of national government, focal point of political and economic activity, and major transportation hub. San José is simultaneously one of Costa Rica's cantons, with its municipal land area covering 44.62 square kilometers and having within it an estimated population of 352,381 people in 2022. Together with several other cantons of the central valley, including Alajuela, Heredia and Cartago, it forms the country's Greater Metropolitan Area, with an estimated population of over 2 million in 2017. The city is named in honor of Joseph of Nazareth.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,897 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,916 ft (584 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3167°, -87.1667° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Yoro Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.9 inches (1,063 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José
San José is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 1,897. The city sits at an elevation of 1,916 feet (584 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,916 ft (584 m) |
| Area | 1,126.1 sq mi (2,916.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3167°N, 87.1667°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | — | 117 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
San José has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.6") and March the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near San José
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Ranchera (SV) | — | AAC 96 kbps |
Farmers Markets in San José
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in San José
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Golosón International Airport | LCE | Medium Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Agropecuaria Lepaguare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agua Caliente Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aserradero El Encino Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carta Airport | LUI | Small Airport |
| Coyoles Airport | CYL | Small Airport |
| El Arrayán Airport | OAN | Small Airport |
| Finca San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guayabillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guayape Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Galeras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Ulua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Joya Del Quebracho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Minas De Oro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monica Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sulaco Airport | SCD | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yodeco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yoro Airport | ORO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San José
What is the population of San José?
San José has a population of 1,897 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,126.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José?
San José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches.