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Outdoor activities Potential

68/100

Suboptimal

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

February, March, January

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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21°C – 24°C

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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Semuc Champey?

The best time to visit Semuc Champey for hiking is February, March, January, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.

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Climate Heatmap

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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Semuc Champey, with open trails and longer daylight hours.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Semuc Champey

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
60Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°134
February
68Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°84
March
61Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°104
April
47Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°132
May
29Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°384
June
27Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°546
July
30Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°498
August
30Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°512
September
30Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
23°509
October
30Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
23°397
November
45Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°190
December
45Poor
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 outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Semuc Champey for outdoor activities is typically in February, March, January, 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 outdoor activities.

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Now you know the best time to visit Semuc Champey for hiking — here are some useful next steps to help plan your trip.

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