Guatemala Weather Forecast
Guatemala weather: 65°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Guatemala weather in January
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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).
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 - 6 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.
How Guatemala compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Guatemala.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Salvador | 108 mi | 76°F | +41°F warmer | 61 in |
| Belize | 215 mi | 78°F | +44°F warmer | 66 in |
| Honduras | 225 mi | 72°F | +38°F warmer | 56 in |
| Nicaragua | 336 mi | 82°F | +47°F warmer | 66 in |
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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 65°F (18°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 95% and wind is 8 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 7:37 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 22, 2026 at 7:37 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
