Average Monthly Sunshine in Lake Atitlan

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Lake Atitlan receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Lake Atitlan vary. From a high of 249 hours in March, to a low of 152 hours in June, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2500 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 8.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Lake Atitlan’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Lake Atitlan enjoys an average of 2500 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

September, Lake Atitlan’s wettest month, receives 60 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 23°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Precipitation page.