Best Time to Visit Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepéquez, Guatemala
Antigua Guatemala is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Antigua Guatemala for sunny, dry weather is November–April — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 16.8°C / 62.2°F in January to 19.2°C / 66.6°F in April, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (January) to 282 mm / 11.1 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepéquez, Guatemala's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Antigua Guatemala's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.8°C62.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 17.6°C63.7°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.6°C65.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.2°C66.6°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 17.2°C63°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16.8°C62.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Antigua Guatemala?
The best time to visit Antigua Guatemala for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 19.2°C / 66.6°F, and the driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Antigua Guatemala's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Antigua Guatemala?
The rainy season at Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepéquez runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 115 mm / 4.5 in. The wettest single month is June (282 mm / 11.1 in).
What is the driest month in Antigua Guatemala?
The driest month in Antigua Guatemala is January, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 16.8°C / 62.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Antigua Guatemala?
The least comfortable months for travel to Antigua Guatemala — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 282 mm / 11.1 in in June, and the coldest month averages 16.8°C / 62.2°F.
Is Antigua Guatemala climate different from Guatemala overall?
Yes, usually. Our Antigua Guatemala figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Guatemala figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Antigua Guatemala specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.