Retalhuleu Airport
Airport Airport
Retalhuleu Airport is a small regional airport in southwestern Guatemala serving domestic and limited international flights. The facility has a single passenger terminal geared toward regional travel.
Terminal Guide for Retalhuleu Airport #
The airport operates from one terminal with compact facilities for check-in and arrivals. Passenger amenities are modest and focused on short-haul and domestic travellers rather than long‑stay lounges or extensive retail.
Getting to and From Retalhuleu Airport #
Typical ground transport includes taxis, private transfers and possibly local buses; travel times to nearby towns are generally short. There is no rail service; car hire and prearranged shuttle services are commonly used for tourist transfers.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Retalhuleu Airport #
Expect basic services: check-in counters, a small café or snack point, restrooms and limited shopping. Lounges and comprehensive passenger services are unlikely. Wi‑Fi may be limited or unavailable.
Tips for Retalhuleu Airport #
- Arrange onward transport in advance during low season - local bus frequencies can be limited.
- If visiting the nearby coastal or archaeological sites, ask the taxi driver for recommended drop‑off points to avoid extra walking.
- Airport services are limited; buy water and snacks in town if arriving late.
Weather & Climate near Retalhuleu Airport #
Retalhuleu Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 35°C. Heavy rainfall (2494 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 29°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (237 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (466 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (299 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (361 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (467 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (418 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.