Cerro Azul de Copán National Park
National Park Protected cloud forest park near Copán archaeological sites
Mountain park in Copán Department, Honduras, Cerro Azul de Copán offers cloud‑forest slopes, hiking trails and cool highland biodiversity that appeal to birdwatchers and nature walkers.
How to Get to Cerro Azul de Copán National Park #
Access is by road from the town of Copán Ruinas and surrounding departments. Local guides and community transport facilitate entry to trailheads; the final stretches may be on unpaved roads.
Tips for Visiting Cerro Azul de Copán National Park #
- Hire a guide familiar with Copán-era archaeology for best access to ruins and remote viewpoints.
- Wear sturdy hiking shoes; trails can be steep and rough.
- Start early to avoid midday heat and to have better chances of wildlife sightings.
Best Time to Visit Cerro Azul de Copán National Park #
Best visited in the dry season for trekking and clearer archaeological access; bring repellant and sun protection year-round.
Weather & Climate near Cerro Azul de Copán National Park #
Cerro Azul de Copán National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 13°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1878 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (303 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (272 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (237 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (292 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
