Lake Atitlan weather in September (Guatemala)

Will it be warm or cold in Lake Atitlan this September? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In September, Lake Atitlan typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 23°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 16°C.

Precipitation

Lake Atitlan in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 412 mm for the month. Known for its peak rainfall, this month often has intense showers. It's wise to carry a poncho to protect yourself from the rain. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 25 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 155 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit Lake Atitlan. January, February, March, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lake Atitlan climate page with graphs.

 

Lake Atitlan, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 82%  

Precipitation 412 mm  

Rainy days 25 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 155 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Panajachel, Guatemala (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Guatemala in September

Find out more about the weather in Guatemala and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Lake Atitlan, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Camping

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Lake Atitlan.

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