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Backpacking Potential

75/100

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Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

February, January, December

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Weather

21°C – 24°C

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Semuc Champey?

The best time to visit Semuc Champey for backpacking is February, January, December, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Semuc Champey

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
67Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°134
February
75Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°84
March
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°104
April
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°132
May
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°384
June
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°546
July
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°498
August
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°512
September
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
23°509
October
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
23°397
November
59Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°190
December
63Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°152

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Semuc Champey

When is the best time to visit Semuc Champey for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Semuc Champey for backpacking is typically in February, January, December, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Semuc Champey?

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Rainy season typically: May–December. It is generally better to avoid these months for backpacking.

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