Panajachel Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Panajachel, Solola, Guatemala, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F), ranging from 24°C (75°F) in March to 22°C (72°F) in January.
With around 2129 mm (84 in) of annual rainfall, Panajachel has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has distinct dry (December to February) and wet (May to October) seasons. The wettest month is September. The most sunshine falls in March, with an average of 8.3 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Panajachel
The climate in Panajachel remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in March. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 22°C (72°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in March to 12°C (54°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Panajachel
Panajachel is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2129 mm (84 in). Panajachel can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 378 mm (15 in) of precipitation over 25 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 16 mm (0.6 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Panajachel Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Panajachel
Panajachel experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 8.3 hours daily sunshine in March, it dips to 5.1 hours in June, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Panajachel by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Panajachel.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 81%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Panajachel 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Panajachel
During January, February, March, April, November and December, Panajachel experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 22°C (72°F) and 24°C (75°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 16 mm (0.6 in) and 139 mm (5.5 in).
Plan accordingly for May, June, July, August, September and October, when conditions bring the heaviest precipitation. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
