La Blanca, Peten Lake
Mayan archaeological site in Petén, Guatemala
La Blanca in Petén is an archaeological site with pre-Columbian remains; researchers and visitors come to see ruins and stelae set in the lowland forest of northern Guatemala.
La Blanca, Peten at a Glance#
Address: La Blanca, Petén Department, Guatemala (remote archaeological site)
Admission: Varies (archaeological site access, local fees may apply)
How to Get to La Blanca, Peten#
La Blanca is reached from Flores or other Petén towns by a combination of paved and unpaved roads; travel times depend on season and local conditions. Arrange transport and a local guide from Flores or San Benito; some access requires 4x4 vehicles. Visitors should confirm condition of tracks in the rainy season and consider organizing through a licensed tour or local archaeological project.
Tips for Visiting La Blanca, Peten#
- Combine the site with a visit to other Petén archaeological sites (e.g., El Mirador, Tikal) but allow for remote travel times.
- Hire a local guide with archaeological or historical experience - they can explain carved monuments and site stratigraphy.
- Bring sun protection and plan for mosquito protection during the rainy season.
Best Time to Visit La Blanca, Peten#
Dry season (Nov-Apr) is the most reliable for access and comfortable field visits.
Weather & Climate near La Blanca, Peten#
La Blanca, Peten's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 17°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2003 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 17° - 28° | 22° | 99 mm | - | - | 1.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 17° - 29° | 23° | 62 mm | - | - | 1.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 19° - 31° | 25° | 54 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 21° - 33° | 27° | 43 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 22° - 33° | 27° | 117 mm | - | - | 2.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 22° - 33° | 27° | 282 mm | - | - | 1.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 21° - 31° | 26° | 305 mm | - | - | 1.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 21° - 31° | 26° | 256 mm | - | - | 1.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 21° - 31° | 26° | 268 mm | - | - | 1.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 21° - 30° | 25° | 232 mm | - | - | 1.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 19° - 29° | 24° | 160 mm | - | - | 1.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 18° - 28° | 23° | 125 mm | - | - | 1.4 m/s | - | - |