Geography of Guatemala
Geography of Guatemala: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Guatemala
El Salvador is 108 mi to the south-east, Belize is 215 mi to the north-east, Honduras is 225 mi to the east and Nicaragua is 336 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 14°38′5.6″N 90°30′24.8″W (14.6349, -90.5069)
Quick facts about Guatemala
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 14°38′5.6″N 90°30′24.8″W (14.6349, -90.5069) |
| Capital | Guatemala City |
| Population | 18.000.000 |
| Area | 42.042 sq mi |
| ISO code | GT |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | GTM |
| Currency | Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +502 |
| Time zone | America/Guatemala |
| Local time | 5:06 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by lake in Guatemala
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Guatemala is a country in North America. Guatemala is a country in North America with its capital at Guatemala City. It has a population of about 18 million. The capital is Guatemala City.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Guatemala with mainly clear. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 62°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 79%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Guatemala is January, February, March, April and December. The climate is temperate. June, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 54°F.
Nearby highlights include Lake Atitlan.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is 2.7°F above the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Guatemala today at 9.4/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Guatemala month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76° | 55° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 78° | 54° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 82° | 58° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 82° | 59° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 84° | 62° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 61° | 11,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 78° | 60° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 79° | 60° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 78° | 60° | 8,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 75° | 59° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 73° | 58° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 74° | 56° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Guatemala?
Guatemala is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 14.6349, -90.5069. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Guatemala right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 91% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Guatemala?
January, February, March, April and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Guatemala, which has a temperate climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Guatemala in?
Guatemala observes America/Guatemala (UTC-06:00). The local time is 5:06 AM.
How many people live in Guatemala?
Guatemala has a population of approximately 18 million.
What are the top things to do in Guatemala?
Popular options include Lake Atitlan.
What places are in Guatemala?
Guatemala covers 1 places in this atlas, including Lake Atitlan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 5:06 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
