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Peten Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Peten year round climate

  • Spring (March to May): Average 79–85°F, warm and dry climate with low rainfall. Suitable for visiting Mayan ruins and exploring the jungle. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, hat, sunscreen.
  • Summer (June to August): Average 78–81°F, hot and humid with abundant rainfall. Suitable for appreciating the lush greenery of the rainforest after rain, or enjoying water activities. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, rain gear, insect repellent.
  • Autumn (September to November): Average 75–78°F, relatively mild climate with significant rainfall, but less than in summer. Suitable for visiting cultural sites, or appreciating the rainforest scenery after rain. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, rain gear.
  • Winter (December to February): Average 72–73°F, warm and dry climate with low rainfall. Suitable for visiting Mayan ruins, exploring the jungle, and enjoying a relatively comfortable climate. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, light jacket.

Peten climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 78.1°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1597 mm / Summer humidity: 75%–85% / Rainiest month: September

Peten monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
73°F
49.7
February
73.6°F
48.3
March
79.9°F
33.1
April
82.9°F
47.9
May
85.6°F
30.9
June
81.5°F
233
July
78.8°F
191.5
August
79°F
219
September
78.3°F
279
October
77°F
198.1
November
75°F
164.6
December
72.9°F
102.8

Peten weather for the next seven days

7/17
Friday
Sunny
95°F/69°F
7/18
Saturday
Sunny
95.3°F/67.9°F
7/19
Sunday
Sunny
94.8°F/65.5°F
7/20
Monday
Sunny
97°F/67.1°F
7/21
Tuesday
Sunny
96.2°F/66.2°F
7/22
Wednesday
Sunny
96.6°F/66.8°F
7/23
Thursday
Sunny
91.6°F/67.2°F

Peten Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

In which country is Petén located?

Petén is a department located in Guatemala. It is the northernmost and largest department by area, covering about one third of Guatemala's total landmass.

Can you swim in Petén Itza?

Yes, Lake Petén Itzá offers many opportunities for swimming and tranquil boating expeditions. Visitors also come to see the numerous Mayan sites along its shores.

Where is the Petén jungle?

The Petén jungle, also known as the Petén Rainforest, is located in the Department of El Petén in northern Guatemala. It is a vast area of tropical jungle characterized by dense forests, abundant wildlife, and ancient Mayan ruins.

How deep is Petén Itza?

Lago Petén Itzá has a maximum depth of approximately 160 meters. The lake lies at about 110 meters above sea level and has a surface area of around 100 square kilometers.

What is Petén known for?

Peten is globally renowned for its significant Maya archaeological sites, most notably Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is also famous for its vast tropical rainforests, diverse wildlife, and its role as part of the Maya Biosphere Reserve.