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Santa Cruz, Honduras
El Paraíso Department · Honduras
Santa Cruz is a small town in El Paraíso Department, Honduras with a population of 1,430. Elevation: 2,835 ft (864 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a municipality in the Honduran department of Lempira.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,430 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,835 ft (864 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.8667°, -86.6333° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | El Paraíso Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a small town in Honduras (El Paraíso Department) with a population of 1,430. The city sits at an elevation of 2,835 feet (864 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,835 ft (864 m) |
| Area | 169.6 sq mi (439.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.8667°N, 86.6333°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 | — | — | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (82 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 82 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 136 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 141 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 142 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 152 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 153 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 161 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 183 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 197 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.4") and February the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo Beso 94.5 FM (NI) | bachata, baladas | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Juan Pablo Segundo 97.7 fm (NI) | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Fortín | ||||
| Casa Museo | ||||
| Museo Municipal |
Libraries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Allan Anderson | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxi Despensa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Danlí | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ocotal |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toncontín Airport | TGU | Medium Airport |
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Lepaguare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Archaga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aserradero Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Desvio Potrerillos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Alto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cubo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flefil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Galeras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Grecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llanos Del Tigre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Noveno Batallón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Jamastran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rapaco II Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talanguita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamara Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| iglesia de Alauca |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
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What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 1,430 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 169.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches.