Climate of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala
Area-weighted average across Alta Verapaz. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Alta Verapaz, a subdivision of Guatemala, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 21.1°C / 70°F in January to 25.1°C / 77.2°F in May, with rainfall from 106 mm / 4.2 in to 524 mm / 20.6 in depending on the season (3447 mm / 135.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.1°C70°F | 177 mm7″ | — |
| February | 21.9°C71.4°F | 112 mm4.4″ | — |
| March | 23.4°C74.1°F | 118 mm4.6″ | Tropical |
| April | 24.7°C76.5°F | 106 mm4.2″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.1°C77.2°F | 210 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| June | 24.8°C76.6°F | 440 mm17.3″ | Tropical |
| July | 24.2°C75.6°F | 524 mm20.6″ | Tropical |
| August | 24.4°C75.9°F | 434 mm17.1″ | Tropical |
| September | 24.2°C75.6°F | 481 mm18.9″ | Tropical |
| October | 23.5°C74.3°F | 406 mm16″ | Tropical |
| November | 22.3°C72.1°F | 266 mm10.5″ | Tropical |
| December | 21.6°C70.9°F | 173 mm6.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Alta Verapaz?
Alta Verapaz, Guatemala does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 25.1°C / 77.2°F, and the driest is April at 106 mm / 4.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Alta Verapaz?
Alta Verapaz, Guatemala has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 21.1°C / 70°F in January to 25.1°C / 77.2°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 3447 mm / 135.7 in, with the wettest month being July (524 mm / 20.6 in) and the driest April (106 mm / 4.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Alta Verapaz?
The hottest month in Alta Verapaz is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.1°C / 77.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Alta Verapaz?
The coldest month in Alta Verapaz is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.1°C / 70°F.
When does it rain most in Alta Verapaz?
The wettest month in Alta Verapaz is July, averaging about 524 mm / 20.6 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 106 mm / 4.2 in.