Guatemala City Weather, When to Go and Climate Information

(Guatemala City, Central Highlands, Guatemala)

Guatemala City is at altitude, meaning that it tends to not be as humid or as hot as the rest of the country. It has a subtropical climate, and though warm year-round, night-time temperatures come down somewhat - especially during the dry, cool season. Although it cools considerably at night, summer daytime temperatures can be very hot.

The best time to be in Guatemala City for the weather is some time between mid-November and early March. This is the dry season (also translated as the cool season) and has warm days and cool nights. There is little to no rainfall at this time, too. Most tourists visit at this time, and so booking the best hotels ahead is recommended.

Seasonal Climate Variations / When to Go

The wet season (mid-May to mid-October) is the least favourable time to be in Guatemala City, since it is wet and humid. However, it doesn't rain as much in the capital as it does on the coast and other low-lying regions, yet it is still best to avoid August and September, the height of the wet season. Even then, though, it seldom rains all day, every day.

March and April see the hottest climate, with temperatures sometimes as high as the low 40s (°C). Nights warm up as well, although it is still cooler than coastal areas. Special considerations for clothing over the seasons include bringing a sweater between December and February (for cool nights) and a raincoat in the summer. A hat and high-factor sun block are advised if visiting between March and April.

Guatemala City Weather and Climate Chart (Averages)

	Maximum	Minimum
January	24°C / 75°F	13°C / 55°F
February	25°C / 77°F	13°C / 55°F
March	27°C / 81°F	15°C / 59°F
April	28°C / 82°F	16°C / 61°F
May	29°C / 84°F	17°C / 63°F
June	26°C / 79°F	17°C / 63°F
July	25°C / 77°F	17°C / 63°F
August	25°C / 77°F	17°C / 63°F
September	24°C / 75°F	16°C / 61°F
October	24°C / 75°F	15°C / 59°F
November	23°C / 73°F	14°C / 57°F
December	23°C / 73°F	14°C / 57°F