Guatemala

Best Time to Visit
Guatemala City

Visit in March — score 87/100 · avg high 92°F · 5 rainy days

What matters most for your trip to Guatemala City?

See how the best month changes based on your travel style

Opens the interactive planner with Guatemala City pre-loaded

Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

#3
85°/51°F
2 rain days
11.2h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#2
88°/54°F
2 rain days
11.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

#1
92°/55°F
5 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

93°/58°F
12 rain days
12.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

91°/61°F
31 rain days
12.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

84°/62°F
30 rain days
12.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

83°/60°F
31 rain days
12.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

August

83°/60°F
31 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

September

81°/61°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

81°/57°F
31 rain days
11.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

80°/54°F
13 rain days
11.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

81°/52°F
3 rain days
11.1h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8367°85°51°21011.2hHighAverage
February8769°88°54°2911.5hHighAverage
March8772°92°55°51811.9hModerateAverage
April7374°93°58°124612.3hModerateAverage
May5073°91°61°3116712.7hModerateBelow avg
June5071°84°62°3024512.9hModerateBelow avg
July4771°83°60°3116312.8hModerateAverage
August4670°83°60°3122612.5hModerateAverage
September4670°81°61°3023712.1hModerateBelow avg
October4269°81°57°3117711.7hModerateAverage
November6367°80°54°135011.3hModerateAverage
December7866°81°52°31211.1hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
70/100
High
92°F
Low
58°F
Rain days
16/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Guatemala City (March, April, May) brings average highs of 92°F and lows of 58°F, with about 16 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 70/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 87/100.

Summer

Score
47/100
High
83°F
Low
61°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Guatemala City (June, July, August) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 61°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 50/100.

Fall

Score
51/100
High
81°F
Low
57°F
Rain days
25/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Guatemala City (September, October, November) brings average highs of 81°F and lows of 57°F, with about 25 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 51/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 63/100.

Winter

Score
83/100
High
85°F
Low
52°F
Rain days
3/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Guatemala City (December, January, February) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 52°F, with about 3 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 83/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 87/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

Book Your Trip to Guatemala City

We may earn a commission if you book through our links, at no extra cost to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Guatemala City?
The best month to visit Guatemala City is March, with an overall travel score of 87/100. Expect average highs of 92°F, about 5 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Guatemala City expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Guatemala City are relatively moderate, averaging 87% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Guatemala City in December?
December in Guatemala City has average highs of 81°F and lows of 52°F, with approximately 3 rainy days and 11.1 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 78/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Guatemala City?
The most affordable time to visit Guatemala City is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is October (score: 42/100).

Fine-Tune Your Guatemala City Trip

Want more control? Adjust the exact weight of every factor — temperature comfort, dry weather, daylight hours, crowd levels, and cost — with interactive sliders and see scores update in real time.

Open Full Planner

Similar Destinations