Honduras

Honduras Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Honduras in December.

Planning a getaway to Honduras this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Honduras in December

The weather in Honduras in December can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Gracias at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Choluteca at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Choluteca and 14°C (57°F) in Gracias.

For a closer look at conditions across Honduras, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Choluteca with an average of 6.1 mm (0.2 in) to heavy rainfall in La Ceiba with 238 mm (9.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. San Pedro Sula typically sees 154 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Honduras by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Honduras - and find the best time to visit. (based on San Pedro Sula)

Best Places to Visit in Honduras in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Honduras.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Honduras

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Honduras?

Temperature range in Honduras (December)

Precipitation variation in Honduras (December)

San Pedro Sula

In December San Pedro Sula generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
154 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
240 mm (9.4 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

West Bay

In December West Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
146 hours
153 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
311 mm (12 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Tegucigalpa

In December Tegucigalpa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
210 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

West End

In December West End generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
146 hours
153 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
306 mm (12 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

La Ceiba

In December La Ceiba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
146 hours
153 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
396 mm (16 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Honduras in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Pedro Sula 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
West Bay 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Tegucigalpa 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
La Ceiba 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 238 mm (9.4 in)
Copán Ruinas 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Tela 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)

Honduras weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Honduras in December?

Expect very good weather across Honduras in December. The popular destination of San Pedro Sula averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Honduras in December?

San Pedro Sula averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 19°C (66°F).

Does Honduras get a lot of rain in December?

Honduras sees substantial rainfall in December. San Pedro Sula typically averages about 145 mm (5.7 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Honduras?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Honduras with overall very good weather in San Pedro Sula.

Generally speaking, February provides excellent weather in San Pedro Sula. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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