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Peten Weather in March

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

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Flores Tikal Jobompiche Laguna Yaxha

Are you planning a trip a to Peten, Guatemala in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Peten in March

Peten, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. March in Peten generally has very hot temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°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.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in San José with an average of 30 mm (1.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Jobompiche with 38 mm (1.5 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) June34°C (93°F) This monthJuly34°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 March

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

Temperature range in Peten (March)

Precipitation variation in Peten (March)

Flores

In March Flores generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Flores →

Tikal

In March Tikal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Tikal →

Jobompiche

In March Jobompiche generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Jobompiche →

Laguna Yaxha

In March Laguna Yaxha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
245 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Laguna Yaxha →

El Remate

In March El Remate generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
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 March extremes

Notable March 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 warmest March day in Guatemala reached 44°C (111°F) in Chiquimula on March 24, 2024.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flores 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Tikal 35°C (95°F) 20°C (68°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Jobompiche 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Laguna Yaxha 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
El Remate 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
San José 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)

Peten weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Peten, Guatemala typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Flores average around 35°C (95°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Flores peak at roughly 35°C (95°F) in March, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Peten, Guatemala during March, with Flores averaging close to 31 mm (1.2 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Peten, Guatemala?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Peten, Guatemala with often unpleasant 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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