Backpacking Potential
Good
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
February, January, December
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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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. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to explore where to stay and what to do in advance.
Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Semuc Champey due to better weather and lower costs.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Semuc Champey
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (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).
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