Antigua Guatemala · SummerMonth summary
Antigua Guatemala weather in August
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
15°C – 24°C
🌧 Rainy days
83% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Antigua Guatemala in August?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in August (7.0/10). March scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Antigua Guatemala in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Good period — 24°C with good sunshine. Reasonable crowds Summer in Antigua Guatemala brings pleasant temperatures (24°C) and long sunny days (11.0h of sunshine). With 83% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. March (8.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 13°C | 24°C | 8% | 0.2 | 10.9h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ February | 13°C | 26°C | 12% | 0.4 | 11.2h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ March | 14°C | 27°C | 19% | 0.7 | 11.7h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 15°C | 27°C | 49% | 2.1 | 11.8h | 7.9/10 |
| ⛅ May | 16°C | 25°C | 81% | 4.9 | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 16°C | 24°C | 88% | 10.1 | 9.5h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 15°C | 24°C | 68% | 4.2 | 11.3h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 15°C | 24°C | 83% | 6.4 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 15°C | 24°C | 92% | 8.2 | 9.9h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 15°C | 23°C | 78% | 6.5 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 14°C | 23°C | 39% | 2.1 | 10.9h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 13°C | 24°C | 13% | 0.5 | 10.9h | 8.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Antigua Guatemala averages 24°C, 83% rainy days and 11.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
August vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +3°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -64%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Antigua Guatemala in August
Is August a good time to visit Antigua Guatemala?
August is an acceptable time for Antigua Guatemala (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider March (8.9/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Antigua Guatemala in August?
Yes, 83% of days see rain in August. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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