March · Guatemala
Best time to visit Tikal in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tikal in March
Average temperature 26°C, 70 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.8/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Tikal scores 6.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 26°C, 70 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tikal's Maya pyramids rise above the Petén rainforest, with toucans and howler monkeys around them.
March in Tikal — workable with trade-offs
Days in March average 26°C (80°F) and humidity near 71% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 70 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.8/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 7.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tikal in March?
- In March, Tikal averages 26°C, 70 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Tikal?
- March earns a 6.8/10 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 March?
- Expect about 70 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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