Climate of Guatemala, Guatemala
Area-weighted average across Guatemala. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Guatemala, a subdivision of Guatemala, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.4°C / 65.1°F in January to 21.1°C / 70°F in April, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in to 305 mm / 12 in depending on the season (1471 mm / 57.9 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 | 18.4°C65.1°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.1°C66.4°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 20.2°C68.4°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| April | 21.1°C70°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21.1°C70°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| June | 20.4°C68.7°F | 305 mm12″ | — |
| July | 20.2°C68.4°F | 225 mm8.9″ | — |
| August | 20.3°C68.5°F | 217 mm8.5″ | — |
| September | 20°C68°F | 296 mm11.7″ | — |
| October | 19.5°C67.1°F | 159 mm6.3″ | — |
| November | 18.9°C66°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 18.4°C65.1°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Guatemala?
The best months to visit Guatemala, Guatemala for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, November, December. The warmest month is April at an area-wide average of 21.1°C / 70°F, and the driest is January with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Guatemala?
Guatemala, Guatemala has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.4°C / 65.1°F in January to 21.1°C / 70°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 1471 mm / 57.9 in, with the wettest month being June (305 mm / 12 in) and the driest January (7 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Guatemala?
The hottest month in Guatemala is April, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.1°C / 70°F.
What is the coldest month in Guatemala?
The coldest month in Guatemala is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.4°C / 65.1°F.
When does it rain most in Guatemala?
The wettest month in Guatemala is June, averaging about 305 mm / 12 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 7 mm / 0.3 in.