Worst time to visit Guatemala City
Some months in Guatemala City are clearly tougher for travel — extreme heat, cold, drenching rain, or peak storm season. Here's what to skip.
Country
🇬🇹 Guatemala
Region
Central America
Hottest
April 27°C
Coldest
January 12°C low
Wettest
September 29 rain days
Driest
February 10 rain days
Months to avoid
| Month | Why |
|---|---|
| January | very wet (14 rain days) |
| March | very wet (15 rain days) |
| April | very wet (17 rain days) |
| May | extremely wet (25 rain days) |
| June | extremely wet (27 rain days) |
| July | extremely wet (25 rain days) |
| August | extremely wet (27 rain days) |
| September | extremely wet (29 rain days) |
| October | extremely wet (25 rain days) |
| November | extremely wet (19 rain days) |
What to expect in the worst months
May. 25 rain days out of 31 means roughly 81% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
June. 27 rain days out of 30 means roughly 90% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
July. 25 rain days out of 31 means roughly 81% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
Better times to go
Better months: February (25°C, 10 rain days)
Better in the same region in May
If you're set on Central America in May, these cities have more comfortable conditions in the same window:
If you still have to go — what to bring
- Wet: Real rain shell (not a "water-resistant" jacket), packable umbrella, dry-bag for electronics, quick-dry layers. Pre-book indoor museums and food halls.
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