September · Guatemala
Best time to visit Semuc Champey in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Semuc Champey in September
Average temperature 23°C, 220 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
6.5/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 220 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Semuc Champey scores 6.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 220 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Semuc Champey is a limestone bridge in Guatemala, with turquoise pools above a river rushing through a cave.
September in Semuc Champey — middling scores, decent value
Trail conditions at 23°C (74°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in September; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 220 mm, but with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Semuc Champey — 2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Semuc Champey in September?
- In September, Semuc Champey averages 23°C, 220 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Semuc Champey?
- September earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Semuc Champey in September?
- Expect about 220 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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