Panajachel weather in January (Solola, Guatemala)
What can you expect from the weather in Panajachel during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In Panajachel the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 23°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C.
Panajachel in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Typically around 6 days of rainfall is expected.
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 248 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Panajachel. January, February, March, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Panajachel climate page with graphs.
Panajachel, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
23°C
Chance of Rain
21%
Precipitation
16 mm
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
70%
Sunshine
248 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Guatemala in January
Find out more about the weather in Guatemala in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Panajachel in January?
For visitors traveling to Panajachel, 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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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