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Santa Elena, Honduras
Cortés Department · Honduras
Santa Elena is a small town in Cortés Department, Honduras with a population of 1,361. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Elena
Santa Elena är en ort i Honduras. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Cortés, i den västra delen av landet, 180 km nordväst om huvudstaden Tegucigalpa. Santa Elena ligger 89 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 361.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,361 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3833°, -88.1333° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Cortés Department |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.6 inches (1,438 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Elena
Santa Elena is a small town in Honduras (Cortés Department) with a population of 1,361. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet (89 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.6 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in Santa Elena
Santa Elena has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jun (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1054 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 414.1 sq mi (1,072.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3833°N, 88.1333°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 | — | 70 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 48 km |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
Santa Elena has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in December to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.3") and March the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Santa Elena
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Activa Honduras | — | MP3 | |
| Caribean FM 105.1 (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | AAC+ 96 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 |
Museums in Santa Elena
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antropología e Historia de San Pedro Sula | ||||
| Museo del Niño | ||||
| Museo del Niño |
Libraries in Santa Elena
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNICAH | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Comunal San Juan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Elena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito el Unico | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Dandi | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado Guamilito | |||||
| Mercado La Concha | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Plaza Moderna | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Supermercado Comisariato Los Andes | |||||
| Viberes |
Breweries in Santa Elena
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Hondureña |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Elena
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Elena
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Puerto Barrios Airport | PBR | Medium Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Bananera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choloma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chumbagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Luz y Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Gorda Airport | PND | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Elena
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Clínica Dentales Unidas | ||
| Clínica Ferraro | ||
| Clínicas Odontológicas San Pío de Pietrelcina | ||
| Medí Red |
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What is the population of Santa Elena?
Santa Elena has a population of 1,361 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 414.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Elena?
Santa Elena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.6 inches.