The climate of Yoro
Yoro, a town located in
Honduras, operates under the Am or Tropical Monsoon classification according to the Köppen climate system. Observing the monthly climate data, the yearly average temperature in Yoro fluctuates between 14.7°C (58.5°F) to 29.3°C (84.7°F). It's noteworthy that relative humidity stays considerably high, maintaining a monthly average between 74 to 90%.
The region records rainfall throughout the year with values ranging from 48mm (1.89") in
February to a peak of 248mm (9.76") during both
May and
June. It's worth mentioning that the count of rainfall days also being the highest in these two months. Daylight hours in Yoro are relatively stable varying from 11.2 hours to a maximum of 13 hours, while the total sunshine hours range from 5.1 hours to 10.8 hours.
Wind speed in Yoro remains moderate throughout the year with an average wind speed fluctuating from 4.7km/h (2.9mph) to 6.2km/h (3.9mph). Interestingly, the wind gusts exhibit a similar trend. Atmospheric pressure shows minimal variation ranging from 1012.1mb to 1016.2mb. Yoro endures a rather constant cloud coverage throughout the months, with the percentage of cloud cover oscillating from 36% to 75%.
The best time to visit Yoro
For sunshine lovers, the best time to visit
Yoro would be from
March to
April. During these months, the region experiences the maximum average sunshine hours, peaking at 10.8 hours in April, along with the lowest relative cloud coverage of the year. Simultaneously, the temperatures hover between a warm 15.7°C (60.3°F) to 29.3°C (84.7°F), making these months perfectly comfortable for outdoor activities.
The worst time to visit Yoro
Contrarily, the period from
May to
June can be challenging for travelers due to heavy rainfall. The highest average rainfall of 248mm (9.76") coincides with the maximum count of rainfall days, creating an unsuitable environment for exploration and sightseeing.
Spring weather in Yoro
In
Yoro, the spring months from
March to
May reveal a progressive increase in temperature ranging from 15°C (59°F) to 19°C (66.2°F) for the lows and 24.9°C (76.8°F) to 29.3°C (84.7°F) for the highs. The city receives a moderate amount of rainfall with a distinct jump to 248mm (9.76") in May from 50mm (1.97") in March. Daylight hours increase gradually and peak at 12.8 hours in May coupled with a high sunshine duration of 9.8 hours.
Summer weather in Yoro
During the summer season of
June to
August,
Yoro experiences high humidity levels with an average relative humidity of 86 to 87%. High temperature fluctuates slightly from 27°C (80.6°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) while low temperatures remain consistent at around 18°C (64.4°F). This period also marks the peak of the monsoon with high rain figures in June and
July, slowly reducing in August.
Autumn weather in Yoro
The autumn months of
September to
November in
Yoro show a gradual reduction in temperature, ranging from a high of 26.8°C (80.2°F) to 23.2°C (73.8°F) and a low of 18.1°C (64.6°F) to 16.1°C (61°F). Behaviour of rainfall is intriguing with the city receiving substantial rainfall in September and
October, and then significantly dropping in November.
Winter weather in Yoro
The winter months of
December to
February continue to experience a reduction in temperature with the lowest temperature reaching 14.7°C (58.5°F) in December. Rainfall too exhibits a downward trend, decreasing from 56mm (2.2") in December to 48mm (1.89") in February. Sunshine hours increase gradually, reaching up to 6.3 hours in February. Despite being winter,
Yoro enjoys a good amount of daylight with a minimum of 11.2 hours in December.
Weather in January
Weather conditions in
January are mostly characterized by high humidity of 88% alongside significant rainfall of 65mm (2.56") across 23.4 days. Comparatively, this month has shorter daylight hours and lesser sunshine days than the succeeding month of
February.
Weather in January »Weather in February
Yoro's weather in
February offers a slight change from
January, with a reduced relative humidity of 84% and lesser rainfall. Daylight hours extend a bit, and the number of sunshine days sees an appreciable increase. The climatic conditions during this time are quite pleasant.
Weather in February » Weather in March
A distinct shift in weather is observable during the month of
March. March's rainfall averages around 50mm (1.97") over 20 days while the UV index hovers at 6, signifying moderate exposure levels. This is coupled with longer daylight hours and increased sunshine hours further enhancing the city's charm.
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Weather in April
April marks
Yoro's transition into summer, characterized by a high UV index and 12.5 daylight hours. It brings the heaviest rainfall observed so far, amounting to 90mm (3.54") over 22.2 days. Despite the rain, April sees the most amount of sunshine hours, making it quite a bright month.
Weather in April » Weather in May
In
May,
Yoro observes a significant increase in rainfall, with 248mm (9.76") falling across 29.2 days. Coupling this with daily average temperatures picking up to the high twenties in°C, an invitingly warm climate is formed. Increased cloud cover ensures the ample rainfall doesn't translate into gloomy days.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June in
Yoro maintains the trend of the heavy rainfall initiated in
May, making it another wet month. Climatic parameters like average temperatures, daylight hours, and the UV index show barely any difference from the previous month.
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Weather in July
July continues the wet summer trend with 164mm (6.46") of rain across 29.4 days. Tropical climatic conditions persist, characterized by high humidity and temperatures. However, the slight dip in rainfall marks the commencement of a decline in precipitation.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August brings an increasing rainfall amount up to 197mm (7.76") over 30.1 days, a surge compared to
July. The noticeable longevity of the wet season is reflective of
Yoro's tropical monsoon climate. However, a slight dip in wind strength is observed this month.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September, with rainfall reaching 230mm (9.06") over 29.4 days, emerges as one of the wettest months of the year in
Yoro. Amidst the heavy downpour, the consistency in parameters like temperature and humidity ensures the weather doesn’t take a dramatic turn.
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Weather in October
In
Yoro,
October's climate witnesses a decrease in rainfall to 202mm (7.95") over 29.8 days, marking a slower pace than previous months. Cloud cover begins to dissipate and wind gusts start to increasingly pick up. A subtle change in overall weather patterns is perceptible, indicating the forthcoming transition period to drier times.
Weather in October »Weather in November
November experiences a major drop in rainfall to 91mm (3.58") across 26.3 days. Additionally, a dip in temperature is felt, setting the tone for the impending wintery months. The decreasing daylight hours and cloud cover add to the more toned-down weather of
Yoro during this month.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December brings about the driest conditions in the year with a total of 56mm (2.2") of rainfall over 22.6 days. Notably, average wind speed sees a slight increase to 5.5km/h (3.4mph), compared to the previous month. The transformation in climate is evident, with cooler temperatures and less humidity.
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