When to go · Honduras
Honduras in March
Great month. Dry on the islands, clear water; whale sharks off Utila (Mar–Apr and later, check).
Key facts
- Verdict
- Great
- Crowds
- High
- Honduras
- Prices
- High
- Honduras
Verdict
Dry on the islands, clear water; whale sharks off Utila (Mar–Apr and later, check).
Weather in March
- Bay Islands and Caribbean coast · Roatán, Utila, La Ceiba, Telabest weather
Unlike the Pacific side, rain peaks Oct–Jan with cold fronts; Feb–Aug is drier. Hurricane risk Jun–Nov.
- Western highlands · Copán Ruinas, Gracias, Lake Yojoabest weather
Mild at 600–1,500 m; afternoon storms May–Oct; smoke from field burning in April.
- South and Pacific · Choluteca, Gulf of Fonsecahot
Very hot lowlands; few visitors.
Festivals and holidays
Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.
Semana Santa big impact
Mar–Apr (check)
Beaches and islands full; Comayagua sawdust carpets; offices closed Thu–Fri or longer.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Honduras
- High
- Prices · Honduras
- High
High-price month: see what to book ahead.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
Where to go in March
Rated best or good this month
Bay Islands and Caribbean coast
Best weather of the year (Roatán, Utila, La Ceiba, Tela)
Western highlands
Best weather of the year (Copán Ruinas, Gracias, Lake Yojoa)
Dry and hot; good diving.