Best Time to Visit Retalhuleu, Retalhuleu, Guatemala
Retalhuleu is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Retalhuleu for sunny, dry weather is December–March — 4 months 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 26.2°C / 79.2°F in December to 28.1°C / 82.6°F in April, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in (January) to 466 mm / 18.3 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Retalhuleu, Retalhuleu, Guatemala's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Retalhuleu'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5°C79.7°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 26.9°C80.4°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 27.9°C82.2°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26.2°C79.2°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Retalhuleu?
The best time to visit Retalhuleu for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 28.1°C / 82.6°F, and the driest is January with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Retalhuleu's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Retalhuleu?
The rainy season at Retalhuleu, Retalhuleu runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 237 mm / 9.3 in. The wettest single month is June (466 mm / 18.3 in).
What is the driest month in Retalhuleu?
The driest month in Retalhuleu is January, averaging about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.5°C / 79.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Retalhuleu?
The least comfortable months for travel to Retalhuleu — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, June, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 466 mm / 18.3 in in June, and the coldest month averages 26.2°C / 79.2°F.
Is Retalhuleu climate different from Guatemala overall?
Yes, usually. Our Retalhuleu 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 Retalhuleu specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.