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Peten Weather in October

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

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Flores Tikal Jobompiche Laguna Yaxha

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

What to Expect in Peten in October

Peten, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. October in Peten generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Flores. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Laguna Yaxha with an average of 139 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Jobompiche with 194 mm (7.6 in).

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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 October

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

Temperature range in Peten (October)

Precipitation variation in Peten (October)

Flores

In October Flores generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Flores →

Tikal

In October Tikal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Tikal →

Jobompiche

In October Jobompiche generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
254 mm (10 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Jobompiche →

Laguna Yaxha

In October Laguna Yaxha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
183 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Laguna Yaxha →

El Remate

In October El Remate generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
236 mm (9.3 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Peten, in Guatemala.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flores 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Tikal 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Jobompiche 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Laguna Yaxha 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
El Remate 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
San José 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)

Peten weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Peten, Guatemala typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Flores average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

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

In Flores, the average daytime high in October is 32°C (90°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

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

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Peten, Guatemala, with Flores averaging around 186 mm (7.3 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Peten, Guatemala?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Peten, Guatemala with often unpleasant weather in Flores.

Generally speaking, February provides pleasant weather in Flores. The weather in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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