September · Guatemala
Best time to visit Tikal in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tikal in September
Average temperature 26°C, 215 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
4.8/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 215 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Tikal scores 4.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 215 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tikal's Maya pyramids rise above the Petén rainforest, with toucans and howler monkeys around them.
September in Tikal — the hardest end of the year
Trail conditions at 26°C (78°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 215 mm, but with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4.8/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 7.6/10 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.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Tikal — 2.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tikal in September?
- In September, Tikal averages 26°C, 215 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.8/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Tikal?
- September 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 September?
- Expect about 215 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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