February · Guatemala
Best time to visit Tikal in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tikal in February
Average temperature 23°C, 70 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
7.6/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Tikal scores 7.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 23°C, 70 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tikal's Maya pyramids rise above the Petén rainforest, with toucans and howler monkeys around them.
February: the best month of the year in Tikal
February averages 23°C (73°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rainfall runs 70 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Tikal at 7.6/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tikal in February?
- In February, Tikal averages 23°C, 70 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Tikal?
- February earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tikal in February?
- Expect about 70 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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