Honduras
Overview of Honduras
Honduras is a republic in Central America.
Capital and largest city: Tegucigalpa
Official language: Spanish
Recognised regional languages: Garifuna, English, Miskito,and other indigenous languages
Ethnic groups: 90% Mestizo mixture of European and American Indian
7% Amerindian
2% Black
1% White
Climate of Honduras
The climatic types of each of the three physiographic regions differ. The Caribbean lowlands have a tropical wet climate with consistently high temperatures and humidity, and rainfall fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The Pacific lowlands have a tropical wet and dry climate with high temperatures but a distinct dry season from November through April. The interior highlands also have a distinct dry season, but, as is characteristic of a tropical highland climate, temperatures in this region decrease as elevation increases.