What the governments of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada tell their own citizens about travelling to Honduras, in their own words, plus practical help with packing.
Travel advice levels
Each government rates the risks for its own citizens, on its own scale. The levels are shown exactly as published; they are not equivalent to each other and are not combined here.
UK
United KingdomForeign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Does not advise against travel
No numbered levels
Updated 29 July 2026
Latest change, in the source's words:This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with minor updates made throughout, including updated information on airport tax, crime and violent attacks against vehicles ('Safety and security' page).
The official source shows no update to this advice in over 12 months. Check the official page for the current version.
Trip Rulebook could not refresh this source since 30 September 2026. The official website may have newer advice.
Emergency numbers
From the section “Emergency services in Honduras” of the UK government's travel advice for Honduras, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Telephone: 911 (ambulance, fire, police)
Local laws and customs
From the section “Laws and cultural differences” of the UK government's travel advice for Honduras, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Personal ID and travel documents
Always carry photo ID. Carry a copy of the photo and visa pages of your passport with you. Leave the original in a safe place.
Make sure you always have the documents for your hotel, car rental, tour or ticket reservations. Local authorities may stop you and ask for documents confirming your travel plans.
Illegal drugs and prison sentences
There are severe penalties for drug trafficking (15 to 20 years in prison and a very large fine) and drug use (from 3 to 9 months in a rehabilitation centre). Honduran prisons are overcrowded and violent.
LGBT+ travellers
Same-sex sexual activity is not illegal. There are no laws guaranteeing freedom from discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation. There is no recognition of same-sex marriage. People in the capital, Tegucigalpa, are largely tolerant of individuals’ personal lifestyles and accept small signs of affection between same-sex couples. There is a more conservative attitude outside the capital and showing affection in public is not recommended.
US dollars are widely accepted for exchange and payment. It is difficult to exchange British pounds in Honduras.
Travelling with medicines
From the section “Medication” of the UK government's travel advice for Honduras, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
You cannot use British-issued prescriptions in Honduras. To find a pharmacy (‘farmacia’) look for one of the big national chains such as Farmacias Siman, Farmacias Kielsa or Farmacia El Ahorro.
Extreme weather and natural disasters
From the section “Extreme weather and natural disasters” of the UK government's travel advice for Honduras, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Drought, forest fires and flash flooding are common in Honduras.
The hurricane season in Honduras normally runs from May to November. Landslides and flooding can affect roads throughout the country. Monitor local weather reports and check the warnings from the US National Hurricane Center. Follow the advice of local authorities, including any evacuation orders. See the Honduran national civil protection website COPECO (Spanish language website).
Practical suggestions from Trip Rulebook, based on open data and fixed rules. They are not safety or legal advice: rules on clothing, medicines and restricted items are covered only by the official text on this page.
Chargers and plugs
Plug typesAB
Voltage120/208 V
Frequency60 Hz
Plug and voltage data: Wikipedia, “Mains electricity by country”, CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence), retrieved 2026-09-29. Sockets in hotels can differ; the label on your charger (for example “INPUT 100–240V”) tells you which voltages it accepts.
Clothes for the weather
Rainfall Average temperature
January
Average
23 °C (73 °F)
Lows
18 °C (65 °F)
Highs
28 °C (82 °F)
Rain
84 mm (3.3 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
February
Average
23 °C (74 °F)
Lows
18 °C (65 °F)
Highs
29 °C (84 °F)
Rain
49 mm (1.9 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
March
Average
25 °C (76 °F)
Lows
19 °C (66 °F)
Highs
31 °C (87 °F)
Rain
38 mm (1.5 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
April
Average
26 °C (78 °F)
Lows
20 °C (68 °F)
Highs
32 °C (89 °F)
Rain
49 mm (1.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
May
Average
26 °C (79 °F)
Lows
21 °C (70 °F)
Highs
31 °C (89 °F)
Rain
174 mm (6.8 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
June
Average
26 °C (78 °F)
Lows
21 °C (70 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
259 mm (10.2 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
July
Average
25 °C (78 °F)
Lows
21 °C (70 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
215 mm (8.4 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
August
Average
26 °C (78 °F)
Lows
21 °C (70 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
212 mm (8.4 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
September
Average
25 °C (78 °F)
Lows
21 °C (70 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
243 mm (9.6 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
October
Average
25 °C (77 °F)
Lows
20 °C (69 °F)
Highs
29 °C (85 °F)
Rain
257 mm (10.1 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
November
Average
24 °C (74 °F)
Lows
19 °C (67 °F)
Highs
28 °C (82 °F)
Rain
157 mm (6.2 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
December
Average
23 °C (74 °F)
Lows
19 °C (66 °F)
Highs
28 °C (82 °F)
Rain
109 mm (4.3 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
National averages for 1991-2020. Coasts, mountains and regions can be very different, and any given year can be warmer, colder or wetter. Suggestions come from fixed rules based on these averages. Climate data: World Bank Climate Change Knowledge Portal, observed climate data (CRU TS), CRU TS (cru_ts4.09), Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia, CC BY 4.0 (licence).
Visa and entry rules depend on your nationality and change often, so Trip Rulebook does not summarise them. Each government explains the rules for its own citizens. If you travel on another passport, check with the embassy or the official immigration website of Honduras.
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