El BaúlEl Baúl at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit El Baúl
Best in the dry season for road access and safer exploration; rainy season may create difficult conditions on rural tracks.
Dry season
November-April · 20-30°C
Easier road access and better conditions for walking and outdoor exploration.
Rainy season
May-October · 22-32°C
Hotter and prone to heavy storms; river levels can rise quickly.
Weather & Climate near El Baúl
Climate
El Baúl's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3534 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 92
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 18° - 31° | 25° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 74% | 2.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Ideal | 19° - 31° | 25° | 40 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 2.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.6h |
| March | Excellent | 20° - 32° | 26° | 47 mm | some cloud | 66% | 2.2 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 21° - 31° | 26° | 143 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Acceptable | 21° - 31° | 26° | 379 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.3 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.7h |
| June | Good | 21° - 30° | 26° | 639 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Good | 21° - 30° | 26° | 424 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 1.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.8h |
| August | Good | 21° - 30° | 26° | 478 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.5h |
| September | Good | 21° - 30° | 25° | 683 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.2 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 21° - 30° | 25° | 473 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 1.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Very Good | 20° - 30° | 25° | 162 mm | some cloud | 82% | 1.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.3h |
| December | Excellent | 19° - 30° | 25° | 45 mm | mostly sunny | 78% | 1.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.2h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to El Baúl
El Baúl is in Escuintla Department. Access is by regional roads from the departmental capital; public transport is available but infrequent. Travelers should check local bus routes and road conditions before setting out.
Tips for Visiting El Baúl
- The site is rural and often used by local families; ask locally about access to any central features or cliffs.
- Be mindful of local safety - cliffs and rivers in the area can be hazardous after heavy rain.
- Combine with other nearby natural attractions in Escuintla for a full day of regional exploration.