Sierra de Agalta National Park

Park Honduran national park preserving cloud forest and biodiversity

Protected area in Olancho with cloud forest slopes, river valleys and waterfalls; visitors hike, birdwatch and hire local guides from nearby villages.

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Sierra de Agalta National Park
Sierra de Agalta National Park, Olancho Department, Honduras
15.0103, -85.8525
Open access (managed by Honduran protected-area authorities)
Free (park entry may be regulated locally)

How to Get to Sierra de Agalta National Park #

The park is accessed by road from regional towns in Olancho Department; private vehicle or hired transport is usually necessary. Local tour operators and community guides provide access and route advice.

Tips for Visiting Sierra de Agalta National Park #

  • Hire a local guide who knows seasonal watercourses; road and trail conditions can change quickly.
  • Bring insect protection - the park's humid forests attract many biting insects.
  • Plan for long drives from Tegucigalpa or nearby towns; much of the park is rugged and infrastructure-light.

Best Time to Visit Sierra de Agalta National Park #

December-April (dry season) offers the most reliable access to trails and viewpoints.

Dry season
Dec-Apr · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Best time for hiking and access; rivers are lower and trails clearer.
Wet season
May-Nov · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Heavy rains and muddy tracks; some areas may be inaccessible.

Weather & Climate near Sierra de Agalta National Park #

Climate

Sierra de Agalta National Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 12°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1666 mm/year), wettest in October with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 25°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (215 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°

Weather

215 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°

Weather

194 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°

Weather

189 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (209 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°

Weather

209 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (233 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

233 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

192 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

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