Peten in Guatemala sees its peak temperatures in April (38°C (100°F)) and its coolest in December (29°C (84°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Flores, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
Peten, and particularly Flores, experiences consistently warm weather throughout the year, with average highs always exceeding 29°C (84°F).
The peak of the heat usually falls in March, April and May.
Precipitation in Peten varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in September with 247 mm (9.7 in) of rain, while February stays relatively dry with 24 mm (0.9 in). The region experiences its rainy season during June and September, when monthly rainfall can range from 221 mm (8.7 in) to 247 mm (9.7 in).