Monthly climate guide
Panajachel weather in December
Expect hot weather in Panajachel in December: afternoons reach about 27°C (81°F), while nights drop to around 16°C (62°F). Around 9 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Panajachel.
- Just 40 km apart, but Panajachel runs about 8°C warmer than Quetzaltenango this month.
- Humidity near 78% makes 27°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Rain is well below Panajachel's usual level (around 94% less).
Avg high
27°C
81°F
Avg low
16°C
62°F
Rainfall
9 mm
very dry
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
35%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Panajachel weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 16°C / 61°F | 4 mm | 74% | 32% |
| February | 29°C / 85°F | 17°C / 62°F | 7 mm | 71% | 36% |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 64°F | 22 mm | 67% | 43% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 19°C / 67°F | 66 mm | 71% | 57% |
| May | 29°C / 84°F | 20°C / 68°F | 257 mm | 80% | 77% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 20°C / 67°F | 325 mm | 84% | 82% |
| July | 28°C / 83°F | 19°C / 67°F | 207 mm | 81% | 71% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 19°C / 67°F | 318 mm | 84% | 76% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 19°C / 67°F | 339 mm | 87% | 83% |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 19°C / 66°F | 332 mm | 87% | 75% |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 18°C / 64°F | 76 mm | 82% | 49% |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 16°C / 62°F | 9 mm | 78% | 35% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is December a good time to visit Panajachel?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Panajachel →Other Guatemala cities in December
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Panajachel in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Panajachel?
Yes. December is one of the best months for Panajachel, with highs around 27°C and about 9 mm of rain.
How warm is Panajachel in December?
Average highs are about 27°C (81°F) and average lows about 16°C (62°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Panajachel in December?
Panajachel typically gets around 9 mm of rain in December — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Panajachel (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.