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Sula, Honduras

Santa Bárbara Department · Honduras

Sula is a small town in Santa Bárbara Department, Honduras with a population of 2,502. Elevation: 873 ft (266 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,502 Population 26/sq mi density
873 ft Elevation 266 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
60.9 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Sula

Sula

The Valley of Sula is the largest alluvial valley of Honduras. It is located in the northwest of the country, and within it lie several of Honduras's most important cities, such as San Pedro Sula, El Progreso, Choloma, Puerto Cortés, Villanueva, and Tela.

People

Population2,502
Density26/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain60.9 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Population2,502
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Coordinates15.2477°, -88.5605°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceSanta Bárbara Department
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation60.9 inches (1,547 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sula

Sula is a small town in Honduras (Santa Bárbara Department) with a population of 2,502. The city sits at an elevation of 873 feet (266 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.9 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Sula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 873 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.7°F
40% above Honduras avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area97.4 sq mi (252.2 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates15.2477°N, 88.5605°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.9"
60% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.63"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

102 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 64 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 122 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 M5.3 125 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 35 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 90 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 30 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 92 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 69 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 141 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 150 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 124 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 144 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 65 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 78 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 149 km
Jul 19, 1999 2 km NW of Potrerillos, Honduras M4.6 52 km
Feb 5, 1993 2 km WNW of Trinidad, Honduras M4.6 35 km
Oct 18, 1997 5 km NNE of El Corpus, Honduras M4.6 67 km
Mar 23, 1999 Honduras M4.6 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 241 km
2020 Nana Category 1 175 km
2016 Earl Category 1 241 km
2010 Richard Category 2 219 km
2001 Iris Category 4 107 km
2000 Keith Category 4 274 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 - 103 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (69 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 69 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 116 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 139 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 147 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 152 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 162 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 162 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 170 km
Apastepeque Field Volcanic field 700 m (2,297 ft) Unknown 171 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 174 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 176 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 178 km
Ilopango Caldera 450 m (1,476 ft) 1880 183 km
San Salvador Stratovolcano 1,893 m (6,211 ft) 1917 186 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.0 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 78°F (26°C) 1.5 in
May 79°F (26°C) 4.4 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 10.6 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 7.9 in
August 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in
September 78°F (25°C) 9.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in Coldest

Sula has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.6") and March the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Sula

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Caribean FM 105.1 (GT) entretenimiento, latino AAC+ 96 kbps
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
Radio Cultural TGN (GT) christian-gospel, evangelical MP3 96 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in Sula

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Airports Near Sula

13 airports within the area.

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

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 Sula

What is the population of Sula?

Sula has a population of 2,502 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 97.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sula?

Sula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.9 inches.

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