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Sun & Beach Potential

94/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

February, March, January

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

21°C – 25°C

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Precipitation

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🏖️ Planning your beach holiday to Guatemala?

The best time to visit Guatemala for a sun and beach holiday is February, March, January.

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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Guatemala

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
82Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°85
February
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°56
March
89Excellent
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°67
April
77Good
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°95
May
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
25°215
June
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
25°388
July
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
24°379
August
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
24°342
September
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
24°404
October
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
23°313
November
50Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°161
December
75Good
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°101

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Guatemala

When is the best time to visit Guatemala for sun & beach?

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The best time to visit Guatemala for sun & beach is typically in February, March, January, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Guatemala?

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Rainy season typically: May–November. It is generally better to avoid these months for sun & beach.

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Plan your sun & beach holiday to Guatemala

Now you know the best time to visit Guatemala for a sun and beach holiday — here are the most useful next steps to plan your trip.

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