AI-generatedGuanaja at a glance
- Best time
- Feb – Jun
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,780 h
- Rain a year
- 1,277 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Elevation
- 0 m
Climate in Guanaja
Guanaja has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,780 hours of sunshine a year, Guanaja is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Guanaja
The best time to visit Guanaja is from February to June. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from February to May. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from February to March. The rainy season is from October to December; the wettest month is October with 269 mm.
Guanaja through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Guanaja in the dry season
Jan – Sep
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 113 rainy days in all
Guanaja in the rainy season
Oct – Dec
Good
- 27–29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 64 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Feb – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: March – May
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: February – June
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
05:3517:23
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:22–06:04 · evening 16:54–17:36
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:14–05:22 · evening 17:36–17:45
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Guanaja compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 30° at the start of the month to 29° at the end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 25° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Guanaja in October?
In October, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 269 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Guanaja.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 47 min05:35 – 17:23
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 27 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 66 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 5 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−6offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %50 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Guanaja
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
April has the better holiday weather in Guanaja: score 99 against 70. Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 2 °C cooler in April. April has 17 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 70 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 26° |
| Sea | 29.3° | 27.6° |
| Sunshine | 6.0 h | 9.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 22 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 269 mm | 20 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 30better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Guanaja month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
74January27° · Sea 27° · 6.6 h
In January, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 118 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in January84February27° · Sea 27° · 7.6 h
In February, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 53 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in February92March28° · Sea 27° · 8.4 h
In March, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 43 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in March99April29° · Sea 28° · 9.3 h
In April, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 20 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in April95May30° · Sea 28° · 8.9 h
In May, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 43 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in May85June30° · Sea 29° · 7.9 h
In June, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 67 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in June78July30° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In July, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 90 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in July79August30° · Sea 29° · 8.4 h
In August, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 87 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in August80September30° · Sea 30° · 7.8 h
In September, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 94 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in September70October29° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h
In October, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 269 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in October70November28° · Sea 28° · 5.9 h
In November, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 248 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in November71December27° · Sea 28° · 6.4 h
In December, Guanaja is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 146 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Guanaja.
Guanaja in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Guanaja
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 26°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (24°), the warmest in May (27°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 356 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 74 | 27° | 24° | 26.9° | 6.6 h | 17 | 118 |
| FebruaryFeb | 84 | 27° | 25° | 26.8° | 7.6 h | 12 | 53 |
| MarchMar | 92 | 28° | 25° | 27.0° | 8.4 h | 9 | 43 |
| AprilApr | 99 | 29° | 26° | 27.6° | 9.3 h | 5 | 20 |
| MayMay | 95 | 30° | 27° | 28.3° | 8.9 h | 8 | 43 |
| JuneJun | 85 | 30° | 26° | 28.7° | 7.9 h | 12 | 67 |
| JulyJul | 78 | 30° | 26° | 28.6° | 8.3 h | 19 | 90 |
| AugustAug | 79 | 30° | 26° | 29.2° | 8.4 h | 17 | 87 |
| SeptemberSep | 80 | 30° | 27° | 29.7° | 7.8 h | 15 | 94 |
| OctoberOct | 70 | 29° | 26° | 29.3° | 6.0 h | 22 | 269 |
| NovemberNov | 70 | 28° | 25° | 28.3° | 5.9 h | 21 | 248 |
| DecemberDec | 71 | 27° | 25° | 27.5° | 6.4 h | 20 | 146 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Guanaja
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.7 – 30.0 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Guanaja ranges from 26.8 °C in February to 29.7 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. From October to December the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 29.2 and 30.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.9° | 26.3° | 27.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.8° | 26.3° | 27.3° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.0° | 26.5° | 27.5° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.6° | 27.1° | 28.0° | warm |
| MayMay | 28.3° | 27.9° | 28.7° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.7° | 28.1° | 29.2° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.6° | 28.2° | 29.2° | warm |
| AugustAug | 29.2° | 28.7° | 29.8° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.7° | 29.2° | 30.1° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.3° | 28.7° | 30.0° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.3° | 27.5° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.2° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Guanaja
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.0 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Guanaja, 51 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Guanaja: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Guanaja has about 22 rainy days with 269 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Guanaja
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Guanaja
How breezy and how cloudy Guanaja is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Guanaja typically peaks at 27 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 66 % of the sky over Guanaja: mostly cloudy, with about 6.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Guanaja
How often the day gets hot in Guanaja (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Guanaja has about 5 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Guanaja
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Guanaja in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Guanaja has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 97) and its weakest during October half-term (score 70).
- 97
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 93
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 79
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 70
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 73
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 30 min
- Distance
- 8,270 km
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (7 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Honduras
- Currency
- Honduran Lempira (HNL)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 110 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +504
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 110 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Guanaja lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Guanaja vs Coxen Hole
In October the holiday weather in Guanaja and Coxen Hole is about equally good (score 70 vs 72). During the day it is about as warm in Coxen Hole as in Guanaja. The sea is about equally warm. Coxen Hole gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Guanaja | Coxen Hole |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 70 | 72 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 22 | 24 |
| Best time | Feb – Jun | Feb – Aug |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Honduras in October: the best places
In October, Guanaja ranks 2 of 6 destinations in this country.
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- 2GuanajaThis page29°29°70
- 3Tegucigalpa27°56
- 4Copán28°51
- 5La Ceiba30°29°44
- 6San Pedro Sula31°37
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Frequently asked questions about Guanaja
When is the best time to visit Guanaja?
The best time to visit Guanaja is from February to June. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Guanaja?
The sea temperature in Guanaja ranges from 26.8 °C in February to 29.7 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Guanaja in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Guanaja?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Guanaja?
The rainy season is from October to December; the wettest month is October with 269 mm. The driest month is April with 20 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Guanaja get?
Guanaja gets around 2,780 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 9.3 hours a day; in November there are 5.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Guanaja in?
Guanaja is on UTC−6 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Guanaja?
A nonstop flight from London to Guanaja takes about 10 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,270 km.
When is hurricane season in Guanaja?
Guanaja lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Guanaja?
Guanaja has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 97) and its weakest during October half-term (score 70). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 97, May half-term 93, summer holidays 79, October half-term 70, Christmas holidays 73.