Average weather for Honduras in May
It's hot in May in Honduras with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 20°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Honduras with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 20°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 20°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Honduras is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 161 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Honduras in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
161 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Honduras?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Honduras. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Honduras runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2015, Honduras reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Check out the climate of Honduras for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Honduras is based on weather data from Tegucigalpa. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Honduras to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in May in Honduras
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Honduras, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Honduras
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Honduras, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Honduras.
Daily UV index in May in Honduras
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Honduras, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Honduras over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Honduras, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Honduras over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Honduras, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Honduras
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Honduras. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Honduras by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Honduras. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
