Climate of Baja Verapaz, Guatemala
Area-weighted average across Baja Verapaz. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Baja Verapaz, a subdivision of Guatemala, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.2°C / 64.8°F in January to 21.6°C / 70.9°F in May, with rainfall from 47 mm / 1.9 in to 350 mm / 13.8 in depending on the season (2124 mm / 83.6 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 | 18.2°C64.8°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| February | 19°C66.2°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 20.4°C68.7°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 21.5°C70.7°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| May | 21.6°C70.9°F | 160 mm6.3″ | — |
| June | 20.9°C69.6°F | 346 mm13.6″ | — |
| July | 20.5°C68.9°F | 317 mm12.5″ | — |
| August | 20.7°C69.3°F | 280 mm11″ | — |
| September | 20.4°C68.7°F | 350 mm13.8″ | — |
| October | 19.9°C67.8°F | 241 mm9.5″ | — |
| November | 18.9°C66°F | 128 mm5″ | — |
| December | 18.5°C65.3°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Baja Verapaz?
The best months to visit Baja Verapaz, Guatemala for sunny, dry weather are February, March. The warmest month is May at an area-wide average of 21.6°C / 70.9°F, and the driest is March with about 47 mm / 1.9 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Baja Verapaz?
Baja Verapaz, Guatemala has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.2°C / 64.8°F in January to 21.6°C / 70.9°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 2124 mm / 83.6 in, with the wettest month being September (350 mm / 13.8 in) and the driest March (47 mm / 1.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Baja Verapaz?
The hottest month in Baja Verapaz is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.6°C / 70.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Baja Verapaz?
The coldest month in Baja Verapaz is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.2°C / 64.8°F.
When does it rain most in Baja Verapaz?
The wettest month in Baja Verapaz is September, averaging about 350 mm / 13.8 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 47 mm / 1.9 in.