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Zamora, Honduras

Colón Department · Honduras

Zamora is a small town in Colón Department, Honduras with a population of 2,999. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2,999 Population 8/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
54.1 in Annual Rain
America / Tegucigalpa Timezone

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About Zamora

Zamora

Zamora de Hidalgo is a city in the Mexican state of Michoacán. The 2010 census population was 141,627, making it the third largest city in the state. The city is the municipal seat of Zamora Municipality, which has an area of 330.97 km2 and includes many other smaller communities, the largest of which is Ario de Rayón. The municipality's population is around 186,102, which makes it the second most populous urban area in the state.

People

Population2,999
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Population2,999
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates15.6333°, -86.0667°
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa
Country🇭🇳 Honduras
State / ProvinceColón Department
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation54.1 inches (1,375 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zamora

Zamora is a small town in Honduras (Colón Department) with a population of 2,999. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is America/Tegucigalpa.

Zamora has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Honduras avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area402.2 sq mi (1,041.7 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates15.6333°N, 86.0667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tegucigalpa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.1"
42% above Honduras avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.40"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

122 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.8 on Mar 15, 2025.

May 28, 2009 46 km NW of Guanaja, Honduras M7.3 123 km
Dec 17, 1998 56 km N of Savannah Bight, Honduras M5.6 150 km
Oct 5, 1996 42 km NNW of Guanaja, Honduras M5.6 129 km
Apr 15, 1997 32 km WNW of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.5 123 km
Feb 8, 2023 north of Honduras M5.5 122 km
Jun 8, 1994 37 km N of Guanaja, Honduras M5.5 130 km
Jun 8, 2009 8 km ENE of El Porvenir, Honduras M5.4 87 km
Apr 10, 2013 8 km S of San Antonio, Honduras M5.4 118 km
Jul 27, 1990 26 km NNE of Río Esteban, Honduras M5.4 51 km
Sep 29, 2016 40 km NE of Cusuna, Honduras M5.3 129 km
Feb 16, 1999 3 km NNW of La Masica, Honduras M5.2 114 km
Jun 2, 2009 4 km SE of El Juncal, Honduras M5.1 44 km
Jul 26, 2011 49 km NNE of Savannah Bight, Honduras M5.1 143 km
Apr 28, 2019 42 km NNW of Guanaja, Honduras M5.1 126 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 129 km
Feb 2, 2016 57 km NW of Guanaja, Honduras M5.0 137 km
Jun 30, 2009 4 km SW of Armenia, Honduras M5.0 41 km
Feb 11, 2010 12 km S of Jocón, Honduras M4.9 109 km
Aug 8, 2023 33 km NNW of Guanaja, Honduras M4.8 121 km
Apr 24, 2013 6 km WNW of San José, Honduras M4.8 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 163 km
2020 Eta Category 4 279 km
2020 Iota Category 4 234 km
2020 Nana Category 1 208 km
2016 Earl Category 1 158 km
2012 Ernesto Category 1 297 km
2011 Rina Category 3 237 km
2010 Richard Category 2 125 km
2010 Paula Category 1 203 km
2007 Felix Category 4 186 km
2001 Iris Category 4 130 km
2000 Keith Category 4 255 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 49 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2009 OFF COAST OF HONDURAS Earthquake 4.0 m 7 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (103 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 103 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 2.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.4 in
August 80°F (27°C) 4.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in
November 77°F (25°C) 7.4 in Wettest
December 75°F (24°C) 5.4 in

Zamora has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.4") and April the driest (1.7").

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Airports Near Zamora

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Juan Manuel Gálvez International AirportRTBLarge Airport
Trujillo AirportTJIMedium Airport
Bonito Oriental AirportSmall Airport
Carta AirportLUISmall Airport
Catacamas AirportSmall Airport
Coyoles AirportCYLSmall Airport
El Arrayán AirportOANSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirportSmall Airport
Jicalapa AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Limon AirportLMHSmall Airport
Manto AirportSmall Airport
Regional Hamer AirportSmall Airport
Sinaloa AirportSmall Airport
Tocoa AirportTCFSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zamora

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Getsemani Asambleas de Dios Cayó Sierra Tocoa Colón

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 Zamora

What is the population of Zamora?

Zamora has a population of 2,999 residents and is located in Honduras. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 402.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zamora?

Zamora has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches.

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