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Sulaco, Honduras

Yoro Department · Honduras

Sulaco is a small town in Yoro Department, Honduras with a population of 2,760. Elevation: 1,375 ft (419 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,760 Population 3/sq mi density
1,375 ft Elevation 419 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Sulaco

Sulaco is a municipality in the Honduran department of Yoro.

People

Population2,760
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,375 ft (419 m)
Population2,760
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,375 ft (419 m)
Coordinates14.9167°, -87.2667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceYoro Department
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,175 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sulaco

Sulaco is a small town in Honduras (Yoro Department) with a population of 2,760. The city sits at an elevation of 1,375 feet (419 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Sulaco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,375 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above Honduras avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,375 ft (419 m)
Area1,126.1 sq mi (2,916.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates14.9167°N, 87.2667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.87"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

90 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 149 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 106 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 68 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 136 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 131 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 83 km
Mar 29, 1999 23 km NW of Yamaranguila, Honduras M5.1 133 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 108 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 145 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 110 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 43 km
Dec 24, 1993 22 km NNE of Sambo Creek, Honduras M4.8 140 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 122 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 138 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 48 km
Feb 11, 2010 21 km WSW of Mangulile, Honduras M4.8 32 km
Apr 21, 2013 4 km ENE of San Juan Pueblo, Honduras M4.7 76 km
Feb 8, 1999 8 km NNE of San José de Comayagua, Honduras M4.7 80 km
May 5, 2013 6 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 71 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km NNW of San Antonio, Honduras M4.7 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 250 km
2020 Nana Category 1 222 km
2020 Iota Category 1 261 km
2016 Earl Category 1 268 km
2010 Richard Category 2 226 km
2007 Felix Category 1 261 km
2001 Iris Category 4 193 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 - 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yojoa, Lake (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 77 km
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 140 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 181 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 187 km
Chinameca Stratovolcano 1,300 m (4,265 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 7.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
September 75°F (24°C) 7.9 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 2.5 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Coldest

Sulaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.9") and March the driest (0.8").

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Libraries in Sulaco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunitaria0.0

Farmers Markets in Sulaco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Yorito

Stadiums & Teams in Sulaco

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Airports Near Sulaco

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerola International AirportXPLLarge Airport
Ramón Villeda Morales International AirportSAPLarge Airport
Agua Caliente Airport-Small Airport
Archaga Airport-Small Airport
Aserradero El Encino Airport-Small Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Alto Airport-Small Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Cubo Airport-Small Airport
Flefil Airport-Small Airport
Guayabillas Airport-Small Airport
Guayape Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda Ulua Airport-Small Airport
Joya Del Quebracho Airport-Small Airport
La America Airport-Small Airport
La Joya Airport-Small Airport
La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer AirportLLHSmall Airport
Las Lajas Airport-Small Airport
Marcos Perez Airport-Small Airport
Minas De Oro Airport-Small Airport
Monica Airport-Small Airport
San Luis Airport-Small Airport
Sulaco AirportSCDSmall Airport
Talanguita Airport-Small Airport
Tamara Airport-Small Airport
Victoria Airport-Small Airport
Yodeco Airport-Small Airport
Yoro AirportOROSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sulaco

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Sulaco

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 Sulaco

What is the population of Sulaco?

Sulaco has a population of 2,760 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,126.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sulaco?

Sulaco 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 75°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.

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