Tikal in December
Great time to visit
Welcome return of ideal conditions as dry season kicks in. Christmas crowds push prices up, but the comfortable weather and clear skies make it worth the premium.
Weather
Dry season arrives with noticeably lower humidity and far fewer rainy days. Temperatures drop to comfortable levels with cool mornings and pleasant afternoons. Clear skies return for spectacular temple photography.
27°C high18°C low4 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$75/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Christmas celebrations
- •New Year's preparations
- •Posadas traditional celebrations
December Tips
- •Christmas week books solid - reserve accommodations early
- •Perfect weather returns for extensive temple exploration
- •New Year's Eve in nearby Flores gets surprisingly busy
All Months
Tikal Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
8/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
4/10
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