May weather forecastHonduras

Weather in May

May marks the onset of the intense rainy season in Honduras, accompanied by consistently high temperatures across the country. The increase in rainfall is substantial, leading to higher humidity and verdant landscapes.

In Tegucigalpa, located in the central highlands, temperatures in May fluctuate between 19°C (66.2°F) to 29°C (84.2°F). The region experiences a significant escalation in rainfall, with average precipitation reaching approximately 150mm (5.91"). Afternoon and evening showers become a common occurrence, contributing to the overall wet conditions.

Coastal regions like La Ceiba along the Caribbean coast have temperatures that range from 24°C (75.2°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). Rainfall intensifies, with the region receiving around 160mm (6.3") over the month. The Pacific coast sees similar temperature ranges but receives even more rainfall due to its tropical climate. In locations such as Amapala, rainfall can reach up to 200mm (7.87") in May.

In the interior lowlands, including the city of San Pedro Sula, temperatures remain warm, varying from 22°C (71.6°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). The area experiences considerable rainfall, with an average of 170mm (6.69") for the month.

Compared to April, May experiences a significant increase in rainfall across all regions of Honduras, while temperatures remain consistently high. The transition into the heart of the rainy season is evident with frequent and heavier showers. Despite the wet conditions, the warm temperatures and lush, vibrant landscapes offer a unique charm to the country. However, travelers and locals alike are advised to be prepared for the possibility of storms and heavy rainfall.

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• Tegucigalpa - May »
  In Tegucigalpa during May, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 334mm (13.15") of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Tegucigalpa sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:13 CST.
• San Pedro Sula - May »
  The least humid month in San Pedro Sula is May, with an average relative humidity of 74%. With average high temperatures of 35.2°C (95.4°F) and lows of 23.8°C (74.8°F), May is the warmest month in San Pedro Sula, Honduras.
• La Ceiba - May »
  Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans.
• Choloma - May »
  On the first day of May in Choloma, Honduras, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:10. The months with the highest UV index in Choloma are March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• El Progreso - May »
  In El Progreso during May, the rain falls for 25.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in El Progreso, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:18 CST.
• Comayagua - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Comayagua is May, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 246mm (9.69") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Comayagua is May, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 246mm (9.69") of precipitation.
• Puerto Cortes - May »
  On the first day of May in Puerto Cortes sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:10. In Puerto Cortes, in May, the average water temperature is 28.4°C (83.1°F).
• La Lima - May »
  On the first day of May in La Lima sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:09. In La Lima in May, during 25.4 rainfall days, 138mm (5.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Danli - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Danli is May, when the rain falls for 24.7 days and typically aggregates up to 216mm (8.5") of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Danli, Honduras, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:11 CST.
• Choluteca - May »
  On the first day of May in Choluteca, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of May, in Choluteca, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:12 CST.