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San Luis, Honduras

Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras

San Luis is a small city in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 5,733. Elevation: 2,408 ft (734 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

5,733 Population 36/sq mi density
2,408 ft Elevation 734 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
63.2 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About San Luis

San Luis is a municipality in the department of Santa Bárbara, Honduras. It covers an area of 381.3 km2 (147.2 sq mi) and had a population of 24,606 inhabitants according to the 2013 national census. The economy is dependent primarily dependent on agriculture especially coffee, and livestock rearing.

People

Population5,733
Density36/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain63.2 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation2,408 ft (734 m)
Population5,733
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation2,408 ft (734 m)
Coordinates15.1269°, -88.4393°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceSanta Bárbara Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation63.2 inches (1,604 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Luis

San Luis is a small city in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 5,733. The city sits at an elevation of 2,408 feet (734 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.2 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

San Luis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,408 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Honduras avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,408 ft (734 m)
Area160.6 sq mi (416.0 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates15.1269°N, 88.4393°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.2"
66% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.79"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

118 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 22, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 74 km
Nov 9, 1997 13 km NNE of San Sebastián, El Salvador M6.5 148 km
Dec 18, 1997 11 km WSW of Sensuntepeque, El Salvador M6.1 147 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 128 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 144 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 149 km
May 18, 2005 1 km SSE of San José La Arada, Guatemala M5.3 131 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 40 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 109 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 49 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 81 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 77 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 143 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 80 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 133 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 126 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 148 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 59 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 143 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 253 km
2020 Nana Category 1 187 km
2016 Earl Category 1 253 km
2010 Richard Category 2 231 km
2001 Iris Category 4 123 km
2000 Keith Category 3 283 km
1998 Mitch Category 2 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (52 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 52 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 124 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 143 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 147 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 155 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 155 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 160 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 165 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 175 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 175 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 175 km
San Vicente Stratovolcano 2,182 m (7,159 ft) Unknown 176 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 178 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 178 km
San Salvador Stratovolcano 1,893 m (6,211 ft) 1917 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 2.2 in
February 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
March 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 1.6 in
May 76°F (24°C) 5.3 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 10.8 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 7.8 in
August 74°F (23°C) 7.9 in
September 74°F (23°C) 10.4 in
October 72°F (22°C) 6.4 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in Coldest

San Luis has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in December to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and March the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near San Luis

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Activa Honduras MP3
Musiquera 93.3 FM 93.3 fm, musiquera MP3
EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés 93.3 fm, boca del río AAC+ 48 kbps
La Top 102.9 FM - San Pedro Sula, Honduras 102.9 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in San Luis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura José María Leiva

Farmers Markets in San Luis

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Clinics in San Luis

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clínica San Luis
HN #1190230791

Gas Stations in San Luis

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gasolinera San Luis

Stadiums & Teams in San Luis

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Airports Near San Luis

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Puerto Barrios AirportPBRMedium Airport
Bananera AirportSmall Airport
Celaque Gracias AirportGACSmall Airport
Choloma AirportSmall Airport
Chumbagua AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyagua AirportSmall Airport
La America AirportSmall Airport
La Estanzuela AirportSmall Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Las Vegas AirportLCFSmall Airport
Luz y Vida AirportSmall Airport
Marcos Perez AirportSmall Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall Airport
San Marcos De Ocotepeque AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Luis

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San Luis

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 Luis

What is the population of San Luis?

San Luis has a population of 5,733 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 160.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Luis?

San Luis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.2 inches.

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