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Peten Weather in January

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

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Flores Tikal Jobompiche Laguna Yaxha

Considering a trip to Peten, Guatemala this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Peten in January

Peten, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. January in Peten generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Flores. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Peten, Guatemala, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Laguna Yaxha with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Jobompiche with 46 mm (1.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Peten in January

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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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Peten, Guatemala?

Temperature range in Peten (January)

Precipitation variation in Peten (January)

Flores

In January Flores generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Flores →

Tikal

In January Tikal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Tikal →

Jobompiche

In January Jobompiche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jobompiche →

Laguna Yaxha

In January Laguna Yaxha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
171 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Laguna Yaxha →

El Remate

In January El Remate generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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 January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Guatemala dropped to -10°C (14°F) in Quetzaltenango on January 10, 2002.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flores 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Tikal 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Jobompiche 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Laguna Yaxha 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
El Remate 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
San José 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

Peten weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Peten, Guatemala brings tolerable weather. In Flores, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 19°C (66°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Flores peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in January, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Peten, Guatemala during January, with Flores averaging close to 43 mm (1.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Peten, Guatemala?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Flores, January might be a good time to visit Peten, Guatemala. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly 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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