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Santa Cruz, Honduras
Copán Department · Honduras
Santa Cruz is a small town in Copán Department, Honduras with a population of 863. Elevation: 3,438 ft (1,048 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 863 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,438 ft (1,048 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7500°, -88.9833° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Copán Department |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.9 inches (1,497 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a small town in Honduras (Copán Department) with a population of 863. The city sits at an elevation of 3,438 feet (1,048 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.6°F |
| 31% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,438 ft (1,048 m) |
| Area | 226.5 sq mi (586.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7500°N, 88.9833°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 150 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 65 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 62 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 118 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 10.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 8.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 67°F in December to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.4") and March the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musiquera 93.3 FM | 93.3 fm, musiquera | MP3 | |
| Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) | noticias y deportes | MP3 96 kbps | |
| EXA FM: Música Pop en Español e Inglés | 93.3 fm, boca del río | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Arqueología | ||||
| Museo de Esculturas Maya | ||||
| Museo Digital de Copán |
Libraries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Santa Teresa | |||||
| Pulperia |
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Celaque Gracias Airport | GAC | Small Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Cruz
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Teletón |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia | |
| IGLESIA | |
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia catolica | |
| IGLESIA CATOLICA | |
| IGLESIA CATOLICA | |
| IGLESIA CATOLICA | |
| Iglesia Evangelica |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 863 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 226.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.9 inches.