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Santa Elena
City in Cortés, Honduras
Overview
Santa Elena is a charming small city in Cortés, Honduras, known for its local markets, friendly atmosphere, and gateway access to rural Honduran culture. Its slower pace and scenic surroundings make it appealing for travelers looking for authenticity off the typical tourist trail.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Honduras
Department
Cortés
Population
12,162
Time Zone
America/Tegucigalpa
Coordinates
15.38°, -88.13°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
38
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
42
Food Safety
48
Monthly Cost
$613
Local Cost
$345
Local Income
$285
Cashless
15
English
18
Temperature
24.7°C
Summer Avg
25.9°C
Winter Avg
22.6°C
Record High
39.6°C
Record Low
13.2°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
1546 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SAP
Distance
24 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 63/100.
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