Tegucigalpa Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Located in the highlands of Honduras, Tegucigalpa is the country's capital. The city sits in a valley at an altitude of 990 meters (3,248 feet) above sea level. This location results in moderate rainfall by local standards, averaging around 1500 mm per year. Most rain falls during the wet season, which lasts from May to October. Rainfall typically occurs in intense showers, though prolonged rainfall is uncommon. In Honduras, the rainy season is considered winter, while the dry season is regarded as the climatic summer.
Daytime temperatures range from 25°C in the coldest months to 31.5°C in April, making it warm but not excessively hot. February and March are the best months to visit, as they are the sunniest and have a pleasant balance of temperature and humidity.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The temperature in Tegucigalpa remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in April, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 27°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 15°C during these months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Tegucigalpa has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1500 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, September receives heavy rainfall, averaging 269 mm of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 9 mm over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Tegucigalpa Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Tegucigalpa varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.1 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 5.7 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Tegucigalpa.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 78%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November to 4 m/s in January, February, March and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Forecast for Tegucigalpa
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The best time of year to visit Tegucigalpa in Honduras
Tegucigalpa has high temperatures year round ranging between 26°C and 31°C.The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, November and December.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Tegucigalpa occurs in the months of May, June, August, September and October.
Yes, the months of January, February, March and December are very dry.
April has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 269 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 9 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 272 hours of sunshine.
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