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Tela, Honduras
Atlántida Department · Honduras
Tela is a small city in Atlántida Department, Honduras with a population of 29,325. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tela
Tela is a town, with a population of 39,920, and a municipality in Honduras on the northern Caribbean coast. It is located in the department of Atlantida.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,325 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.7743°, -87.4673° |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Country | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
| State / Province | Atlántida Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.7 inches (2,100 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tela
Tela is a small city in Honduras (Atlántida Department) with a population of 29,325. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.7 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.
Climate in Tela
Tela has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 2592 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Honduras avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 186 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 548.6 sq mi (1,420.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.7743°N, 87.4673°W |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 62 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (73 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 11.2 in |
Tela has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 82.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.8") and April the driest (2.3").
Colleges & Universities in Tela
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituo Triunfo de La Cruz | College | - | , |
| Instituto San Antonio | College | - | , |
| Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras | University | - | , |
Radio Stations near Tela
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Ranchera (SV) | - | AAC 96 kbps |
Museums in Tela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Garifuna | ||||
| Museo La Contaduría |
Farmers Markets in Tela
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado San Antonio |
Hotels in Tela
14 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tela
18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tela
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Tela
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tela
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tela
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tela
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tela
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tela
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tela
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tela
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tela
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tela
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport | SAP | Large Airport |
| Golosón International Airport | LCE | Medium Airport |
| Tela Airport | TEA | Medium Airport |
| Agua Caliente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La America Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Lima - Reginaldo Hammer Airport | LLH | Small Airport |
| Marcos Perez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Utila Airport | UII | Small Airport |
| Yodeco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yoro Airport | ORO | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tela
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Empresa de Correos de Honduras |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tela
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa De David Tetelestai Tela | |
| Espiritu Santu Episcopal Church | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia Campamento de Jehová | |
| Iglesia Católica | |
| Iglesia De Dios | |
| Iglesia de Dios | |
| Iglesia de Dios Barrio El Paraíso | |
| Iglesia de Vida Nueva | |
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| Iglesia Menonita | |
| Iglesia Nueva Canaan | |
| Iglesia San Antonio de Padua | |
| Iglesia Vive | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Ministerio Apostólico y Profético Agua en el Desierto | |
| Misión Internacional El Shadai | |
| Sala Evangélica | |
| Sala Evangélica | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Honduras
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tela
What is the population of Tela?
Tela has a population of 29,325 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 548.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tela?
Tela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.7 inches.