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San Marcos, Honduras
Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras
San Marcos is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 3,923. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Marcos
San Marcos is a municipality in the department of Santa Bárbara, Honduras. It covers an area of 222.8 km2 (86.0 sq mi) and had a population of 15,229 inhabitants according to the 2013 national census. The VII Festival of Traditional Games was held in San Marcos on 31 April 2006.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,923 |
| Population Density | 40 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3025°, -88.4161° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Santa Bárbara Department |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.0 inches (1,472 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Marcos
San Marcos is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 3,923. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet (223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.4°F |
| 40% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Area | 97.4 sq mi (252.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 40/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3025°N, 88.4161°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 | — | 89 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 74 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (59 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 194 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
San Marcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near San Marcos
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Activa Honduras | — | MP3 | |
| Caribean FM 105.1 (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| Radio Cultural TGN (GT) | christian-gospel, evangelical | MP3 96 kbps |
Cafes in San Marcos
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Marcos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Marcos
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Las Vegas Airport | LCF | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Marcos
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| centro communal | |
| Iglesia de San Marcos | |
| iglesia el buen pastor |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Marcos?
San Marcos has a population of 3,923 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 97.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Marcos?
San Marcos 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 77°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches.