Tegucigalpa, Honduras Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Tegucigalpa
Weather in Tegucigalpa is shaped by its tropical wet-and-dry climate - expect year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. April afternoons typically reach 89°F (32°C), while January highs hover near 79°F (26°C). Annual precipitation averages 54.8 inches (1393 mm) over about 194 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: April - highs near 89°F (32°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 79°F (26°C)
- Record high: 99°F (37°C) · Record low: 49°F (10°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: September (25 rainy days) · Sunniest: March (11.5 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on April. Highs average 89°F (32°C) and overnight lows stay near 65°F (19°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 79°F (26°C) and lows around 61°F (16°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 99°F (37°C) and dropped as low as 49°F (10°C).
Rain, sun and snow
September is usually the wettest month. It brings about 9.4 inches (238 mm) of rain over 25 days, while February is the driest. March brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.5 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79° | 61° | 10 | 1.0 in | 10.4 h/day | 78% |
| February | 82° | 61° | 5 | 0.6 in | 11.0 h/day | 71% |
| March | 86° | 63° | 6 | 0.9 in | 11.5 h/day | 66% |
| April | 89° | 65° | 10 | 2.0 in | 11.3 h/day | 66% |
| May | 86° | 67° | 19 | 6.6 in | 10.4 h/day | 75% |
| June | 81° | 67° | 25 | 8.8 in | 9.3 h/day | 85% |
| July | 82° | 66° | 20 | 4.2 in | 10.9 h/day | 82% |
| August | 83° | 66° | 23 | 6.5 in | 10.7 h/day | 82% |
| September | 83° | 66° | 25 | 9.4 in | 10.1 h/day | 84% |
| October | 80° | 65° | 25 | 8.8 in | 9.4 h/day | 87% |
| November | 78° | 64° | 16 | 4.4 in | 9.9 h/day | 86% |
| December | 78° | 62° | 11 | 1.6 in | 10.1 h/day | 83% |
Tegucigalpa month by month
Tegucigalpa weather in January
January brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 10 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Tegucigalpa.
Tegucigalpa weather in February
February brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 5 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Tegucigalpa.
Tegucigalpa weather in March
March brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), about 6 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Tegucigalpa.
Tegucigalpa weather in April
April brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 65°F (19°C), about 10 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Tegucigalpa.
Tegucigalpa weather in May
May brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), about 19 wet days.
Tegucigalpa weather in June
June brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 67°F (19°C), about 25 wet days.
Tegucigalpa weather in July
July brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 20 wet days.
Tegucigalpa weather in August
August brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 23 wet days.
Tegucigalpa weather in September
September brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 25 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Tegucigalpa.
Tegucigalpa weather in October
October brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 65°F (19°C), about 25 wet days.
Tegucigalpa weather in November
November brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 16 wet days.
Tegucigalpa weather in December
December brings highs around 78°F (25°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 11 wet days.
Seasons in Tegucigalpa
March through May
March through May in Tegucigalpa is hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (31°C) and nights around 65°F (18°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Tegucigalpa brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 66°F (19°C); expect showers on roughly 68 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Tegucigalpa is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 65°F (18°C); expect showers on roughly 66 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Tegucigalpa is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (26°C) and nights around 61°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 26 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Tegucigalpa
The best time to visit Tegucigalpa is generally December to March, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 81°F (27°C).
Pack for Tegucigalpa with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - April nights average 65°F (19°C).
Tegucigalpa temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.