The month in detail
What to expect in June
In June, Guatemala sees 24°C during the day with 5.2h of sunshine per day. With 49% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. March (9.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
June ranks 10 out of 12 months in Guatemala. Compared to May: −2°C daytime, 16 pts more rainy days, −0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in June
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
16°
Daylight
12.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 34
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Is June the right month?
The best month in Guatemala is March (9.0/10), 1.6 pt higher than June.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Guatemala
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyQuetzal guatémaltèque (Q)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 28°C
❄️Coolest monthNovember · 22°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 51%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Guatemala ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GuatemalaTropical climate with a 9.0 → 7.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
14.63°N · 90.51°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Guatemala?
March is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 14.0°C lows, 7.9h of sunshine and 8.0% rainy days. The months of March & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Guatemala get in March?
Guatemala averages 7.9 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Guatemala?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Guatemala in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 14.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Guatemala good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Guatemala scores 8.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.6/10.
When should you avoid Guatemala?
June is the most difficult month to visit Guatemala, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Guatemala in June?
The average UV index reaches 7 in June in Guatemala (high), with about 12.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.