Best Time to Visit Chimaltenango, Chimaltenango, Guatemala
Chimaltenango is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Chimaltenango 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 15.9°C / 60.6°F in December to 18.7°C / 65.7°F in April, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (January) to 297 mm / 11.7 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chimaltenango, Chimaltenango, Guatemala's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Chimaltenango'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 | 16.1°C61°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16.9°C62.4°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.1°C64.6°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 18.7°C65.7°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16.3°C61.3°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.9°C60.6°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chimaltenango?
The best time to visit Chimaltenango for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 18.7°C / 65.7°F, and the driest is January with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chimaltenango's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Chimaltenango?
The rainy season at Chimaltenango, Chimaltenango runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 122 mm / 4.8 in. The wettest single month is June (297 mm / 11.7 in).
What is the driest month in Chimaltenango?
The driest month in Chimaltenango is January, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 16.1°C / 61°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Chimaltenango?
The least comfortable months for travel to Chimaltenango — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 297 mm / 11.7 in in June, and the coldest month averages 15.9°C / 60.6°F.
Is Chimaltenango climate different from Guatemala overall?
Yes, usually. Our Chimaltenango 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 Chimaltenango specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.