Chinkultic
Archaeological Site Ancient Maya site with stelae and ballcourt
A Maya site in Chiapas, Chinkultic features dozens of carved stelae, a ballcourt and terraced plazas. Visitors hike jungle trails to inspect hieroglyphs, climb small pyramids and watch swifts over open ceremonial spaces.
How to Get to Chinkultic #
Chinkultic is reached by road from Ocosingo in Chiapas. The route includes rural roads and jungle tracks-many visitors join guided tours from Palenque or San Cristóbal de las Casas that handle transport and site entry.
Tips for Visiting Chinkultic #
- Visit early to avoid heat-late morning sees fewer tour groups.
- Observe the carved stelae and hieroglyphic panels closely; a guide will point out calendar dates and glyphic names.
- Wear light, protective clothing-the site is in a sub‑tropical forest environment and insects can be active.
Best Time to Visit Chinkultic #
Best visited in the dry season for trail access and clearer conditions; mornings cooler and better for exploring sculptures and stelae.
Weather & Climate near Chinkultic #
Chinkultic's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 11°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2072 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (374 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (321 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (312 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (356 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (234 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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