December · Honduras
Best time to visit Roatán in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Roatán in December
Average temperature 27°C, 359 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.9/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 359 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Roatán scores 4.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 359 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Roatán is a Honduran Bay Island ringed by reef, with West End dive shops and quiet sandy bays.
December in Roatán: expect compromises
Days in December average 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 80% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 359 mm: only about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 4.9/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Roatán — 4.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Roatán in December?
- In December, Roatán averages 27°C, 359 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Roatán?
- December earns a 4.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Roatán in December?
- Expect about 359 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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