Roatan Weather in December

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

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West Bay First Bight Sandy Bay Gravel Bay

Planning a journey to Roatan, Honduras this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Roatan in December

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in West Bay.

To explore the conditions in Roatan, Honduras in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Diamond Rock with an average of 159 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in West Bay with 175 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In West Bay, you can expect around 153 hours of sunlight in December, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Roatan in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Roatan

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

Temperature range in Roatan (December)

Precipitation variation in Roatan (December)

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 pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
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
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in West Bay →

First Bight

In December First Bight 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 »
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
283 mm (11 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in First Bight →

Sandy Bay

In December Sandy 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 pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
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
301 mm (12 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Sandy Bay →

Gravel Bay

In December Gravel 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 pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
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
307 mm (12 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Gravel Bay →

Diamond Rock

In December Diamond Rock 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 »
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
270 mm (11 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Diamond Rock →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
West Bay 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
First Bight 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Sandy Bay 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Gravel Bay 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Diamond Rock 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Dixon Cove 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)

Roatan weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Roatan, Honduras in December?

December in Roatan, Honduras brings pleasant weather. In West Bay, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Roatan, Honduras in December?

Average temperatures in Roatan, Honduras during December range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in West Bay.

Does Roatan, Honduras get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Roatan, Honduras peaks during December. West Bay averages roughly 175 mm (6.9 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Roatan, Honduras?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in West Bay, December might be a good time to visit Roatan, Honduras. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, February, March, April and May provide perfect weather in West Bay. The weather in October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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