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Roatán, Honduras · Tropical

Roatán in September: go or not?

Mixed period. Roatán in September: 5.4/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 16.32°N · 86.53°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Roatán · September
5.4
27–29°
Temperature
34%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Chalo Garcia via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in September

Autumn marks the end of peak season in Roatán. Temperatures drop (29°C) and rain returns (34% of days). Expect rain on 34% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

September ranks 10 out of 12 months in Roatán. Compared to August: 5 pts more rainy days, −0.6h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Sea
31°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.1h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 19
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Is September the right month?

The best month in Roatán is February (8.3/10), 2.9 pts higher than September.

See February →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Honduras

🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyLempira hondurien (L)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+0.56°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 26°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 52%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
Location

Where is Roatán ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Honduras
Tropical climate with a 8.3 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
16.32°N · 86.53°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Roatán?
February is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 25.0°C lows, 7.0h of sunshine and 25.0% rainy days. The months of February & January offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Roatán get in February?
Roatán averages 7.0 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Roatán?
November is the most unfavourable month with November has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Roatán in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 25.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Roatán good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Roatán scores 7.5/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Roatán?
November is the most difficult month to visit Roatán, with November has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Roatán in September?
In September, the sea averages 31°C in Roatán: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Roatán in September?
The average UV index reaches 8 in September in Roatán (very high), with about 12.1h of daylight. Protection essential.