Isla Zacate Grande
Island Volcanic island off Honduras' Pacific coast
Volcanic island in the Gulf of Fonseca with small fishing villages and coastal beaches. Travelers visit for local seafood, boat excursions and quiet village life.
How to Get to Isla Zacate Grande #
Small boats and pangas depart from mainland ports around the Gulf of Fonseca; the nearest organized embarkations are typically from towns on the Honduran mainland. Schedules are informal; best to arrange transport locally in advance.
Tips for Visiting Isla Zacate Grande #
- Hire a local panga from the nearest Gulf of Fonseca port (e.g., Amapala region) rather than attempting to island-hop independently.
- Bring cash and provisions - services on the island are limited.
- If exploring inland, respect private agricultural plots and request permission in the villages.
Best Time to Visit Isla Zacate Grande #
Best visited in the dry season (November-April) for more reliable boat crossings and calmer conditions.
Weather & Climate near Isla Zacate Grande #
Isla Zacate Grande's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1757 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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March
March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (244 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (315 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (224 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (389 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (298 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.
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