Panajachel in January sees high daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F). With just 16 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall on average, it's the driest month of the year.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Panajachel.
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42-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Panajachel typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 23°C (73°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Panajachel spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 26 years of weather observations in Panajachel between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Guatemala and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Guatemala in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Panajachel in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Flores
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28°C (82°F) Rio Dulce Town28°C (82°F) Guatemala City
26°C (79°F) Antigua Guatemala26°C (79°F) Cobán23°C (73°F) Panajachel23°C (73°F) Quetzaltenango22°C (72°F) Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
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