Best Time to Visit Flores, Petén, Guatemala
Flores is at its sunniest and driest in April.
The best time to visit Flores for sunny, dry weather is April — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 23°C / 73.4°F in January to 28.1°C / 82.6°F in May, with rainfall from 35 mm / 1.4 in (April) to 255 mm / 10 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Flores, Petén, Guatemala's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Flores's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 27.5°C81.5°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Flores?
The best time to visit Flores for sunny, dry weather is April. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 28.1°C / 82.6°F, and the driest is April with about 35 mm / 1.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Flores's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Flores?
The rainy season at Flores, Petén runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 139 mm / 5.5 in. The wettest single month is September (255 mm / 10 in).
What is the driest month in Flores?
The driest month in Flores is April, averaging about 35 mm / 1.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Flores?
The least comfortable months for travel to Flores — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 255 mm / 10 in in September, and the coldest month averages 23°C / 73.4°F.
Is Flores climate different from Guatemala overall?
Yes, usually. Our Flores figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Guatemala figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Flores specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.