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Honduras travel guide

Caribbean reefs, Maya ruins and mountain towns, best explored in the dry, cool window of January and February

Best: Jan, Feb

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Capital
Tegucigalpa
Language
Spanish
Currency
Honduran lempira (HNL)
Time zone
UTC-06:00
Plugs
Type A, B · 110 V
Driving
On the right
Emergency
198 / 199

Why visit Honduras

Honduras suits travellers who want diving and beach time on the Caribbean coast mixed with inland mountain towns like Gracias, plus bigger cities such as Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula for logistics. January and February are the best months, with drier, cooler weather across most of the country. One honest limitation: reliable weather data here only covers two months, so outside that window you'll need extra research before planning a trip.

  • Best Weather in January and February

    Honduras's driest, most pleasant stretch falls in January and February. These two months offer the best conditions of the year for travelling around the country, from the mountains to the coast.

  • A Caribbean Coastal Town

    Trujillo sits on the Caribbean coast, home to about 60,558 people. It's a smaller, quieter alternative to the bigger inland cities for anyone wanting sea air and a slower pace.

  • Honduras's Two Biggest Cities

    Tegucigalpa, the capital, has over 1 million residents, while San Pedro Sula counts about 719,064. Together they give a sense of the country's urban side, inland and away from the coast.

  • An Island Base Offshore

    Coxen Hole, with a population of around 41,831, is a coastal town that works as a gateway to Honduras's offshore islands, a different side of the country from its mountainous interior.

  • A Highland Town Away From the Coast

    Gracias, population about 47,622, lies inland in the highlands. It's a contrast to the coastal towns, giving travellers a mountain-town option within the same country.

Is Honduras right for you?

Great for

  • Travellers who want dry, sunny days: January sees just 42mm of rain over 12.2 days
  • Sun-seekers in February, the driest month with only 25mm of rain and 10.5 sun hours
  • Warm-weather trips year-round, with highs staying between 24°C and 31°C every month
  • Visitors wanting coastal towns like Trujillo or Coxen Hole alongside inland cities
  • Travellers who like shoulder-season warmth in March and April before the rains build

Less ideal for

  • Travellers who dislike heavy rain: June brings 214mm over 25.4 rain days, the wettest month
  • Trips planned between June and October, when rain falls on 23 to 25 days a month
  • Anyone chasing maximum sunshine in winter: sun hours drop to 9.8 in January and December
  • Low-humidity seekers, as rainy months from August to October also bring reduced sun hours

Honduras right now: November

7.0/10
Avg high
25°C
Avg low
17°C
Rain days
19

Averages for Honduras.

Weather by month

This 2015–2024 data covers Honduras as a whole, not one named city; February (26°C highs, 25 mm of rain) and January (24°C, 42 mm) are best because they are dry and sunny. Avoid May, the lowest-scoring month at 4.1, when 30°C heat meets 127 mm of rain, and expect rain on 23–25 days a month from June to October.

Average highs and lows in Honduras by month January: high 24°C, low 16°C , 12 rain days . February: high 26°C, low 16°C , 9 rain days . March: high 28°C, low 17°C , 8 rain days . April: high 31°C, low 18°C , 9 rain days . May: high 30°C, low 19°C , 18 rain days . June: high 27°C, low 19°C , 25 rain days . July: high 28°C, low 18°C , 23 rain days . August: high 28°C, low 18°C , 24 rain days . September: high 28°C, low 18°C , 25 rain days . October: high 26°C, low 18°C , 25 rain days . November: high 25°C, low 17°C , 19 rain days . December: high 24°C, low 16°C , 17 rain days . 24°C 16°C JAN 12d 26°C 16°C FEB 9d 28°C 17°C MAR 8d 31°C 18°C APR 9d 30°C 19°C MAY 18d 27°C 19°C JUN 25d 28°C 18°C JUL 23d 28°C 18°C AUG 24d 28°C 18°C SEP 25d 26°C 18°C OCT 25d 25°C 17°C NOV 19d 24°C 16°C DEC 17d
Best months Other months (low–high) Nd = rain days

Honduras (country average) · averages 2015–2024

Best time to visit Honduras: month-by-month weather →

Sample itineraries

7 days

Capital, Colonial Town and Caribbean Coast

  1. Day 1–2

    Tegucigalpa

    Start in the capital, home to 1055729 people. Walk the historic center and visit its colonial-era churches and plazas before heading west.

  2. Day 3

    San Pedro Sula

    Pass through this industrial city of 719064 residents, Honduras's second largest urban center, as a stop on the way to the western highlands.

  3. Day 4–5

    Gracias

    Settle into this small highland town of 47622 people. Explore its cooler climate, colonial architecture and nearby mountain scenery.

  4. Day 6–7

    Trujillo

    Finish on the Caribbean coast in a town of 60558 residents. Relax on the beach and enjoy the laid-back coastal atmosphere before departing.

10 days

Cities, Highlands and Two Coasts

  1. Day 1–2

    Tegucigalpa

    Begin in Honduras's capital, population 1055729. Spend two days exploring the city center and its museums and markets.

  2. Day 3–4

    San Pedro Sula

    Move to the country's commercial hub, home to 719064 people. Use the time to explore the city before heading further west.

  3. Day 5–6

    Gracias

    Head into the highlands to this town of 47622 residents. Enjoy the cooler mountain air and colonial streets over two days.

  4. Day 7–8

    Trujillo

    Travel to the Caribbean coast and this town of 60558 people. Spend two days on the beach and exploring the bay area.

  5. Day 9–10

    Coxen Hole

    End the trip on the island, in a town of 41831 residents. Spend the final two days by the sea before heading home.

Food to try in Honduras

Baleada

A thick flour tortilla folded over refried beans, crumbled cheese and cream, often with egg or avocado added. It is eaten across the country, at breakfast or as a cheap snack from street stalls.

Sopa de caracol

Conch soup cooked in coconut milk with green plantain, yuca and spices. Look for it on the Caribbean coast and the Bay Islands, where seafood and coconut dominate local cooking.

Tapado

A Garifuna seafood stew of fish, crab or shrimp simmered in coconut milk with plantain and yuca. It is best tried in Garifuna villages and towns along the Caribbean coast.

Plato típico

A large lunch plate of grilled beef with beans, rice, fried plantain, cheese, cream and tortillas. It is served in small local restaurants (comedores) throughout Honduras, usually at midday.

Yuca con chicharrón

Boiled yuca topped with crispy fried pork, pickled cabbage salad and tomato sauce. It is a common street food and market dish, often sold wrapped in a banana leaf.

Horchata

A sweet, milky cold drink made from ground rice or morro seeds and flavoured with cinnamon. It is sold at markets, food stalls and cafés, and drunk with meals or on hot afternoons.

Know before you go

  • Plugs and voltage: Honduras uses plug types A and B, with flat pins as in North America. The voltage is 110 V. Check your charger label says it works at 110 V, or bring a converter as well as an adapter.
  • Driving side: Traffic drives on the right side of the road. If you come from a country that drives on the left, take extra care at junctions and roundabouts during your first days.
  • Emergency number: The emergency numbers are 198 and 199. Save both in your phone before you arrive, so you do not need to search for them in a stressful moment.
  • Currency: The local currency is the Honduran lempira, shown as HNL. Make sure you know the current exchange rate before you change money or pay by card.
  • Language: Spanish is the official language. Learning a few basic phrases for greetings, directions and numbers will make buses, markets and small hotels much easier.
  • Phone and time zone: The country calling code is +504. Honduras is on UTC-06:00 all year, so check the time difference with home before you book calls or connecting transport.

Honduras: frequently asked questions

Is Honduras good in August?

Yes, August works, with a score of 6 out of 10. Expect highs near 28°C and lows around 18.1°C. It's wet season, with about 24.3 rain days and 162 mm of rain, so pack for showers but still plan outdoor time.

When is the best time to visit Honduras?

January and February score highest, at 7.6 and 8.2 out of 10. February has the best mix: highs of 26.2°C, lows of 15.5°C, only 8.6 rain days and 25 mm of rain, plus 10.5 hours of sun a day.

Is Honduras rainy in June?

Yes, June is one of the wettest months. It averages 25.4 rain days and 214 mm of rain, the highest monthly rainfall in the data. Highs still reach 27.3°C, so it's warm rain rather than cold weather.

What is the weather like in Honduras in December?

December is mild and fairly dry, with highs of 24.1°C and lows of 16.4°C. It gets 16.5 rain days and 64 mm of rain, less than the wet-season months of June to October, with 9.8 hours of sun a day.

What is the driest month in Honduras?

February is the driest month, with just 25 mm of rain over 8.6 rain days. March is close behind with 35 mm and 8.2 rain days. Both sit in the January-to-April stretch that avoids the heavier rains seen from May onward.

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