La Ceiba Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
La Ceiba, Atlántida Department, Honduras, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 28°C (82°F), peaking in June at 29°C (84°F) and dipping in January to 26°C (79°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 2436 mm (96 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from August to January. November is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in April, when the city sees around 7.9 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in La Ceiba
With minimal seasonal shifts, La Ceiba experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in June to a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 24°C (75°F) in June to 20°C (68°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in La Ceiba
La Ceiba has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2436 mm (96 in) of rainfall per year. The seasons in La Ceiba bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 396 mm (16 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 72 mm (2.8 in) over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our La Ceiba Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in La Ceiba
La Ceiba enjoys sunny spells year-round. April sees up to 7.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.9 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in La Ceiba by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 84%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 78%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in La Ceiba
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, September, October, November and December to 3 m/s (6 knots) in March, April, May, June, July and August. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
La Ceiba 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit La Ceiba
La Ceiba's weather is most enjoyable during February, March, April and May, with comfortable temperatures from 26°C (80°F) to 29°C (85°F). The moderate conditions ensure pleasant weather for exploring the area. Expect varied weather during this period with rainfall between 72 mm (2.8 in) and 146 mm (5.7 in), providing a good balance of sunny and rainy days.The wettest months are January, June, August, September, October, November and December, when precipitation is at its highest. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
