The best times to visit San Pedro Sula for ideal weather are

January 1st to May 27th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other San Pedro Sula Travel Info

Weather in San Pedro Sula

Temperature

Average temperatures in San Pedro Sula vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 15th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit San Pedro Sula, the hottest months are May, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late May where highs are regularly around 95.5°F (35.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.3°F (24.1°C) at night.

San Pedro Sula Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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San Pedro Sula Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

San Pedro Sula Perceived Temperature (F)

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San Pedro Sula Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average San Pedro Sula Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 84.7 75.1 68.4
Feb 87.9 76.9 69
Mar 89.9 78.4 69.9
Apr 94.8 82.6 73.5
May 94.5 83.4 75
Jun 93.2 82.8 75.1
Jul 92 82 74.5
Aug 93.1 82.6 74.7
Sep 93.2 82.5 74.8
Oct 89.6 79.9 73.5
Nov 85 76.2 70.2
Dec 85.1 75.7 68.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.3 23.9 20.2
Feb 31.1 24.9 20.6
Mar 32.2 25.8 21.1
Apr 34.9 28.1 23.1
May 34.7 28.6 23.9
Jun 34 28.2 23.9
Jul 33.3 27.8 23.6
Aug 33.9 28.1 23.7
Sep 34 28.1 23.8
Oct 32 26.6 23.1
Nov 29.4 24.6 21.2
Dec 29.5 24.3 20.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in San Pedro Sula are April, March, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid April. For example, on the week of April 9th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early November with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of November 5th.

When can you find snow in San Pedro Sula? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in San Pedro Sula.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in San Pedro Sula (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 14% 0 2.4
Feb 10% 0 1.7
Mar 8% 0 1
Apr 3% 0 0.4
May 8% 0 1.8
Jun 22% 0 3.5
Jul 20% 0 2.5
Aug 19% 0 3.2
Sep 23% 0 3.7
Oct 24% 0 4.8
Nov 27% 0 5.4
Dec 16% 0 5.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 14 0 6.1
Feb 10 0 4.3
Mar 8 0 2.5
Apr 3 0 1
May 8 0 4.6
Jun 22 0 8.9
Jul 20 0 6.4
Aug 19 0 8.1
Sep 23 0 9.4
Oct 24 0 12.2
Nov 27 0 13.7
Dec 16 0 14

 

Humidity and Wind

San Pedro Sula has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (72.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (88.1%).

Wind in San Pedro Sula is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 5.5 knots (6.3 MPH or 10.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 15.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in San Pedro Sula.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.9 Barely noticeable 10.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Mar 5 Light breeze 13.2 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.5 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
May 5.4 Light breeze 14.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jul 4.8 Light breeze 14.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.9 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Sep 4.7 Light breeze 12.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.7 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 86.3%
Feb 81.5%
Mar 76%
Apr 72.1%
May 73.8%
Jun 78.9%
Jul 81.2%
Aug 79.6%
Sep 80.3%
Oct 84.6%
Nov 88.1%
Dec 86.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to San Pedro Sula?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Honduras; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in San Pedro Sula, Honduras is March, followed by April and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit San Pedro Sula in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.4 in December means 36.4% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall San Pedro Sula Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.5°F (35.3°C) and 88.2°F (31.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in San Pedro Sula, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 93.9°F (34.4°C) and 83.5°F (28.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in San Pedro Sula to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 89.6°F (32°C) and 84°F (28.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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