Bay Islands Weather in December

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

Are you planning a trip a to the Bay Islands, Honduras in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Bay Islands in December

The Bay Islands, Honduras is a region in Honduras. December in the Bay Islands generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Utila.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Guanaja with an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Utila with 198 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Utila gets approximately 153 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore the Bay Islands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Bay Islands — and find the best time to visit. (based on Utila)

Best Places to Visit in the Bay Islands in December

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

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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 the Bay Islands

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

Temperature range in the Bay Islands (December)

Precipitation variation in the Bay Islands (December)

Utila

In December Utila generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°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
358 mm (14 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Roatán

In December Roatán 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 pleasant 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 rainfall
299 mm (12 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Guanaja

In December Guanaja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant 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 rainfall
243 mm (9.6 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Bay Islands, in Honduras.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Bay Islands in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Utila 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Roatán 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Guanaja 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)

The Bay Islands weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Bay Islands, Honduras in December?

Expect tolerable weather across the Bay Islands, Honduras in December. The popular destination of Utila averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Bay Islands, Honduras in December?

In Utila, the average daytime high in December is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does the Bay Islands, Honduras get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in the Bay Islands, Honduras peaks during December. Utila averages roughly 198 mm (7.8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Bay Islands, Honduras?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit the Bay Islands, Honduras with overall tolerable weather in Utila. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, March, April and May provide perfect weather in Utila. On the other hand, the weather in October and November tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Bay Islands.

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