AI-generatedLa Ceiba at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Apr
- Warmest month
- May · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 30.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,780 h
- Rain a year
- 1,805 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Elevation
- 14 m
Climate in La Ceiba
La Ceiba has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,780 hours of sunshine a year, La Ceiba is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 9.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit La Ceiba
The best time to visit La Ceiba is from January to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from February to April. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in February. Rain is frequent from May to December; the wettest month is November with 323 mm.
La Ceiba through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
La Ceiba in the dry season
Jan – Apr
Good
- 27–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 43 rainy days in all
La Ceiba in the rainy season
May – Dec
Fair
- 27–31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 162 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: January – April
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 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:3917:27
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 05:25–06:07 · evening 16:58–17:40
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:17–05:25 · evening 17:40–17:49
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 La Ceiba 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 28° at the end. The sea cools from 30° to 29°. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 30° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in La Ceiba in October?
In October, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 274 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 48 min05:39 – 17:27
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 71 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 11 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−6offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %73 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %52 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in La Ceiba
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in La Ceiba: score 80 against 47. In February, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in February. February has 14 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 80better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 29.4° | 26.9° |
| Sunshine | 6.1 h | 8.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 24 | 10better |
| Rainfall | 274 mm | 114 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 27better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
La Ceiba month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
67January27° · Sea 27° · 6.8 h
In January, La Ceiba is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 204 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in January80February28° · Sea 27° · 8.3 h
In February, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 114 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in February76March29° · Sea 27° · 8.7 h
In March, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 94 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in March71April31° · Sea 28° · 9.5 h
In April, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 51 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in April52May31° · Sea 29° · 8.6 h
In May, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 87 mm in total. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in May39June31° · Sea 29° · 7.4 h
In June, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 110 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in June41July31° · Sea 29° · 7.5 h
In July, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 106 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in July43August31° · Sea 30° · 8.3 h
In August, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 106 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in August42September31° · Sea 30° · 7.7 h
In September, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 126 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in September47October29° · Sea 29° · 6.1 h
In October, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 274 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in October56November28° · Sea 28° · 6.0 h
In November, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 323 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in November61December27° · Sea 27° · 6.4 h
In December, La Ceiba is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 211 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in La Ceiba.
La Ceiba in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in La Ceiba
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. 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 (22°), the warmest in June (25°). 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 360 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 | 67 | 27° | 22° | 26.9° | 6.8 h | 16 | 204 |
| FebruaryFeb | 80 | 28° | 22° | 26.9° | 8.3 h | 10 | 114 |
| MarchMar | 76 | 29° | 23° | 27.3° | 8.7 h | 9 | 94 |
| AprilApr | 71 | 31° | 24° | 28.0° | 9.5 h | 7 | 51 |
| MayMay | 52 | 31° | 25° | 28.6° | 8.6 h | 13 | 87 |
| JuneJun | 39 | 31° | 25° | 29.1° | 7.4 h | 20 | 110 |
| JulyJul | 41 | 31° | 25° | 29.0° | 7.5 h | 22 | 106 |
| AugustAug | 43 | 31° | 25° | 29.6° | 8.3 h | 22 | 106 |
| SeptemberSep | 42 | 31° | 24° | 30.1° | 7.7 h | 23 | 126 |
| OctoberOct | 47 | 29° | 24° | 29.4° | 6.1 h | 24 | 274 |
| NovemberNov | 56 | 28° | 23° | 28.2° | 6.0 h | 21 | 323 |
| DecemberDec | 61 | 27° | 22° | 27.4° | 6.4 h | 18 | 211 |
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 in La Ceiba
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.8 – 30.0 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in La Ceiba ranges from 26.9 °C in January to 30.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
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 29.7 and 30.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.9° | 26.2° | 27.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.9° | 26.3° | 27.4° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.3° | 26.7° | 27.9° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.0° | 27.6° | 28.5° | warm |
| MayMay | 28.6° | 28.2° | 29.1° | warm |
| JuneJun | 29.1° | 28.5° | 29.9° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.6° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.6° | 29.1° | 30.1° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 30.1° | 29.7° | 30.5° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.4° | 28.8° | 30.0° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.2° | 27.5° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.4° | 26.8° | 28.2° | warm |
Sunshine hours in La Ceiba
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 6.1 of 11.8 hours of daylight in La Ceiba, 52 % 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 in La Ceiba: 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, La Ceiba has about 24 rainy days with 274 mm of rain in total.
UV index in La Ceiba
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 and clouds in La Ceiba
How breezy and how cloudy La Ceiba 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 La Ceiba typically peaks at 14 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 71 % of the sky over La Ceiba: mostly cloudy, with about 6.1 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 and humidity in La Ceiba
How often the day gets hot in La Ceiba (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, La Ceiba has about 11 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 La Ceiba
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
La Ceiba 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.
La Ceiba has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 73) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 42).
- 73
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
GoodBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 49
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 42
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 47
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 64
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 17 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 35 min
- Distance
- 8,390 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.
Storm season
La Ceiba 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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La Ceiba vs San Pedro Sula
In October La Ceiba has the better holiday weather (score 47 vs 42). During the day San Pedro Sula is 1 °C warmer than La Ceiba.
| in October | La Ceiba | San Pedro Sula |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 42 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 24 | 26 |
| Best time | Jan – Apr | Jan – Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about La Ceiba
When is the best time to visit La Ceiba?
The best time to visit La Ceiba is from January to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in La Ceiba?
The sea temperature in La Ceiba ranges from 26.9 °C in January to 30.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in La Ceiba in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in La Ceiba?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in La Ceiba?
Rain is frequent from May to December; the wettest month is November with 323 mm. The driest month is April with 51 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does La Ceiba get?
La Ceiba gets around 2,780 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 9.5 hours a day; in November there are 6.0 hours a day.
What time zone is La Ceiba in?
La Ceiba is on UTC−6 all year.
How long is the flight from London to La Ceiba?
A nonstop flight from London to La Ceiba takes about 10 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,390 km.
When is hurricane season in La Ceiba?
La Ceiba 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 La Ceiba?
La Ceiba has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 73) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 42). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 73, May half-term 49, summer holidays 42, October half-term 47, Christmas holidays 64.