October · Guatemala
Best time to visit Tikal in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tikal in October
Average temperature 25°C, 235 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 90% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
4.8/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 235 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Tikal scores 4.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 235 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tikal's Maya pyramids rise above the Petén rainforest, with toucans and howler monkeys around them.
October in Tikal: expect compromises
October averages 25°C (77°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
235 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 4.8/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 7.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 2.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tikal in October?
- In October, Tikal averages 25°C, 235 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.8/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Tikal?
- October earns a 4.8/10 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 October?
- Expect about 235 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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