The best times to visit Petapa for ideal weather are

November 5th to March 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Petapa Travel Info

Weather in Petapa

Temperature

Average temperatures in Petapa vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 81st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Petapa, the hottest months are May, April, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid May where highs are regularly around 82.7°F (28.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.9°F (16.6°C) at night.

Petapa Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Petapa Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Petapa Perceived Temperature (F)

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Petapa Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Petapa Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 75.9 63.8 55.7
Feb 78.3 65.5 57
Mar 79.9 66.4 57.2
Apr 82.1 69.3 60.4
May 80.5 69.4 62.2
Jun 78.1 68.1 61.8
Jul 77.8 68 61.7
Aug 78.5 68.1 61.4
Sep 77.9 67.5 61.7
Oct 76.8 66.6 60.3
Nov 75.2 64.6 57.6
Dec 75.6 64.1 56.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 24.4 17.7 13.2
Feb 25.7 18.6 13.9
Mar 26.6 19.1 14
Apr 27.8 20.7 15.8
May 26.9 20.8 16.8
Jun 25.6 20.1 16.6
Jul 25.4 20 16.5
Aug 25.8 20.1 16.3
Sep 25.5 19.7 16.5
Oct 24.9 19.2 15.7
Nov 24 18.1 14.2
Dec 24.2 17.8 13.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Petapa are January, December, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late August to early September with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of August 27th.

When can you find snow in Petapa? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Petapa.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Petapa (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0
Feb 3% 0 0.4
Mar 2% 0 1
Apr 9% 0 1.1
May 27% 0 5.1
Jun 43% 0 8.5
Jul 35% 0 7.7
Aug 47% 0 10.1
Sep 47% 0 9.3
Oct 30% 0 5.6
Nov 5% 0 0.6
Dec 1% 0 0.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0
Feb 3 0 1
Mar 2 0 2.5
Apr 9 0 2.8
May 27 0 13
Jun 43 0 21.6
Jul 35 0 19.6
Aug 47 0 25.7
Sep 47 0 23.6
Oct 30 0 14.2
Nov 5 0 1.5
Dec 1 0 0.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Petapa has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (59% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (78.1%).

Wind in Petapa is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by November and December. January’s average wind speed of around 11.6 knots (13.3 MPH or 21.4 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 19.4 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Petapa.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 11.6 Significant breeze 18.2 Strong breeze
Feb 10.2 Gentle breeze 17.6 Strong breeze
Mar 10.7 Gentle breeze 18 Strong breeze
Apr 8.6 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
May 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.3 Strong breeze
Jun 7.4 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Jul 9 Gentle breeze 15.4 Strong breeze
Aug 7.6 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Sep 6.4 Light breeze 12.7 Strong breeze
Oct 8.3 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Nov 11.4 Significant breeze 17.6 Strong breeze
Dec 11 Significant breeze 17.2 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.7%
Feb 62.5%
Mar 59%
Apr 61.7%
May 68.1%
Jun 75.2%
Jul 72.3%
Aug 73.3%
Sep 78.1%
Oct 74.2%
Nov 68.3%
Dec 65.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Petapa?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Guatemala; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Petapa, Guatemala is February, followed by January and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Petapa in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 47.3 in October means 47.3% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Petapa Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 82.7°F (28.2°C) and 77.5°F (25.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 1 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 11 to 15 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Petapa, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 74.6°F (23.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 14 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Petapa to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 79.6°F (26.4°C) and 75.2°F (24°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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