Guatemala Weather Forecast
Guatemala weather: 63°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Guatemala?
Yes - rain is likely in Guatemala today.
A 86% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed and Thu.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 17% of a normal October week (0,3 in against 1,5 in).
16-day forecast for Guatemala
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 21 | 🌦️ Light showers | 73° / 61° | 86% · 0,2 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 22 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 73° / 60° | 90% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 72° / 60° | 10% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 57° | 24% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 58° | 6% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 57° | 4% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 56° | 4% | 5 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 56° | 6% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 58° | 16% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 75° / 58° | 22% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 57° | 25% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌥️ Fog | 77° / 59° | 14% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 77° / 58° | 27% | 7 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 61° | 42% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 60° | 41% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 60° | 77% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 8 |
What this means for Guatemala
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 73°F is in line with the 75°F typical for this month.
A 86% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 40°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 2 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.
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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 overcast. Humidity is 98% 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 6:08 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 October 21, 2026 at 6:08 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
