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La Lima Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit La Lima.
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Climate overview of La Lima
La Lima, Atlántida Department, Honduras, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30°C (86°F), peaking in May at 33°C (91°F) and dipping in January to 27°C (81°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 2022 mm (80 in) annually. October is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from June to November. Sunshine peaks in March, when the city sees around 8.0 hours of sunshine per day.
La Lima Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in La Lima - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in La Lima
With minimal seasonal shifts, La Lima experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in May to a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 23°C (73°F) in May to around 19°C (66°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in La Lima
La Lima has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2022 mm (80 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in La Lima shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, the wettest month, with an average of 264 mm (10 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month April offers drier and sunnier days, with around 65 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our La Lima 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 Lima
La Lima offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between March (8.0 hours daily) and December (5.0 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: San Pedro Sula, Honduras (2 KM, 1 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: San Pedro Sula, Honduras (2 KM, 1 Miles).
Humidity in La Lima by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 87%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: San Pedro Sula, Honduras (2 KM, 1 Miles).
Wind Speed in La Lima
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, October, November and December to 3 m/s (6 knots) in February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: San Pedro Sula, Honduras (2 KM, 1 Miles).
Best Time to Visit La Lima
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring La Lima is usually found in February. Conditions are generally least comfortable in May, June, July, August, September and October.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very good
Feb
excellent
Mar
good
Apr
mixed
May
wet
Jun
very wet
Jul
very wet
Aug
wet
Sep
very wet
Oct
very wet
Nov
mixed
Dec
very good
- Best overall: February
- Warmest weather: April, May, June, August and September
- Most sunshine: March
- Fewest rainy days: March and April
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from June to November
Frequently asked questions about the climate in La Lima
What is the best time to visit La Lima?
February typically offers the most optimal weather in La Lima. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. La Lima has a distinct rainy season from June to November.
What temperatures can I expect in La Lima?
Daytime highs range from 27°C (81°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in May. Nighttime lows range from 19°C (66°F) to 23°C (73°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does La Lima get?
Annual rainfall is around 2022 mm (80 in). October is the wettest month with 264 mm (10 in), while April is the driest with 65 mm (2.6 in).
How sunny is La Lima?
La Lima receives around 2,344 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 240 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 150 hours. Overall, La Lima enjoys abundant sunshine.
La Lima 3-Day Forecast
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