Cival Archaeological Site
Preclassic Maya archaeological site in Petén
Cival in Petén preserves a Classic Maya site with plazas and stelae in the Guatemalan lowland; visitors reach it by guided jungle treks and archaeological tours.
Cival at a Glance#
How to Get to Cival#
Cival is in the Petén Department; access is usually via Flores (Santa Elena) with onward road travel and a guided transfer. Distances are long and roads can be rough-arranging transport with a tour operator or local agency from Flores is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Cival#
- Wear sun protection-Guatemala's Petén can be hot and humid, and trails offer limited shade.
- Hire a local guide: jungle sites like Cival are best explored with someone who can interpret stelae and alignments.
- Expect uneven paths-bring insect repellent and sturdy shoes for wet or overgrown trails.
Best Time to Visit Cival#
The dry season (November-April) is the preferred time for access and clearer conditions.
Weather & Climate near Cival#
Cival's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 17°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1555 mm/year), wettest in June.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 17° - 28° | 22° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 1.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.1h |
| February | Excellent | 17° - 29° | 23° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 1.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| March | Excellent | 19° - 30° | 24° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 20° - 32° | 26° | 39 mm | some cloud | 63% | 2.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Good | 21° - 33° | 29° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.8h |
| June | Acceptable | 22° - 33° | 30° | 219 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.0h |
| July | Good | 21° - 32° | 26° | 219 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 1.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.9h |
| August | Good | 21° - 32° | 26° | 163 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 1.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| September | Good | 21° - 32° | 26° | 206 mm | partly cloudy | 89% | 1.4 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 21° - 31° | 26° | 195 mm | partly cloudy | 92% | 1.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.6h |
| November | Very Good | 19° - 29° | 24° | 136 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 1.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.2h |
| December | Very Good | 18° - 28° | 23° | 113 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 1.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.0h |
