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Peten Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Peten, Guatemala in April.

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Flores Tikal Jobompiche Laguna Yaxha

Planning a getaway to Peten, Guatemala this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Peten in April

Peten, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. April in Peten generally has very hot temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 38°C (100°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Flores. In Peten, Guatemala, April typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Peten, Guatemala, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Laguna Yaxha with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Jobompiche with 52 mm (2 in).

Explore Peten by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Peten — and find the best time to visit. (based on Flores)

January30°C (86°F) February32°C (90°F) March35°C (95°F) April38°C (100°F) May37°C (99°F) This monthJune34°C (93°F) July34°C (93°F) August35°C (95°F) September34°C (93°F) October32°C (90°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Peten in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Peten.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Peten

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Peten, Guatemala?

Temperature range in Peten (April)

Precipitation variation in Peten (April)

Flores

In April Flores generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C (100°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
38°C (100°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Flores →

Tikal

In April Tikal generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Tikal →

Jobompiche

In April Jobompiche generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Jobompiche →

Laguna Yaxha

In April Laguna Yaxha generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
256 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Laguna Yaxha →

El Remate

In April El Remate generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in El Remate →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Peten, in Guatemala.

In our records: Guatemala April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Guatemala in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest April daytime high in Guatemala was 9°C (48°F) in Huehuetenango on April 1, 2003.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Peten in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flores 38°C (100°F) 23°C (73°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Tikal 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Jobompiche 37°C (99°F) 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Laguna Yaxha 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
El Remate 37°C (99°F) 23°C (73°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
San José 37°C (99°F) 23°C (73°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)

Peten weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Peten, Guatemala in April?

Peten, Guatemala typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Flores average around 38°C (100°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Peten, Guatemala in April?

Daytime temperatures in Flores peak at roughly 38°C (100°F) in April, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does Peten, Guatemala get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Peten, Guatemala. Flores averages only about 45 mm (1.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Peten, Guatemala?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Peten, Guatemala due to the typically poor weather in Flores.

On average, the best time to visit Peten, Guatemala is in February with generally pleasant weather in Flores. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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