Sun & Beach Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
February, January, December
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Quetzaltenango for a sun and beach holiday is February, January, December.
Climate Heatmap
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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Quetzaltenango
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 96Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 18 |
February | 98Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 26 |
March | 93Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 88 |
April | 79Good Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 179 |
May | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 22° | 505 |
June | 35Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 22° | 585 |
July | 35Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 22° | 390 |
August | 35Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 22° | 514 |
September | 35Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 22° | 618 |
October | 35Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 21° | 575 |
November | 79Good Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 159 |
December | 96Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 55 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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