The month in detail
What to expect in May
May is peak dry season in Roatán. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (17.0% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (7.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 4 out of 12 months in Roatán. Compared to April: +2°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Roatán is February (7.8/10), 1.6 pt higher than May.
Context
Our verdict
Roatán, the largest of the Honduras Bay Islands in the Caribbean Sea: 80,000 inhabitants over 40 miles long and 3 miles wide.
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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 ⓘ+1.00°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 84°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 79°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 80%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Roatán ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
HondurasTropical climate with a 7.8 → 4.6 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 79°F highs, 77°F lows, 7.0h of sunshine and 49.0% 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 7.3/10.
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 77°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Roatán good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Roatán scores 7.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 7.3/10.
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 May?
In May, the sea averages 84°F in Roatán: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Roatán in May?
The average UV index reaches 9 in May in Roatán (very high), with about 12.8h of daylight. Protection essential.