Guatemala Travel Guide
Guatemala travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 62°F (17°C) in Guatemala with overcast. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 62°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - 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 September. The forecast high of 81°F is 3.6°F above the 78°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 9.6/10. 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.
Map of Guatemala
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 14°38′5.6″N 90°30′24.8″W (14.6349, -90.5069)
Weather in Guatemala right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:18 AM, Sep 18 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 80° / 62°
Thunderstorm · 99% rain · wind 7 mph
⛈️ 79° / 63°
Thunderstorm · 100% rain · wind 6 mph
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 | 8:18 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Guatemala
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Guatemala.
Best time to visit Guatemala
Go in January, February, March, April and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Lakes in Guatemala
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Explore Guatemala
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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 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 92% and wind is 4 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 8:18 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 September 18, 2026 at 8:18 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
