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Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala · Temperate

Antigua Guatemala in December: go or not?

Excellent time. Antigua Guatemala in December scores 8.6/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 14.56°N · 90.73°W
⚡ This month's verdict
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Antigua Guatemala · December
8.6
13–24°
Temperature
13%
Rain
8h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Parker Hilton via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in December

Even in winter, Antigua Guatemala enjoys 24.0°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain risk remains low (13.0% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.

December ranks 4 out of 12 months in Antigua Guatemala. Compared to November: +2°F daytime, 26 pts fewer rainy days, +0.9h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
13°
Daylight
11.1h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 53
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Is December the right month?

The best month in Antigua Guatemala is February (8.8/10), 0.2 pt higher than December.

See February →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Antigua Guatemala, former colonial capital UNESCO: 4,900 ft altitude, baroque ruins of churches (18th-century earthquakes), active volcanoes in the background (Fuego, Acatenango, Agua). February-March are my favorite months (9.1/10): 55-81°F, 12-19% rain, ideal dry season, clear sky to see Fuego eruptions.

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Practical info

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 city break.

Country · Guatemala

🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyQuetzal guatémaltèque (Q)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 81°F
❄️Coolest monthOctober · 73°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 92%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location

Where is Antigua Guatemala ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Guatemala
Temperate climate with a 8.8 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
14.56°N · 90.73°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Antigua Guatemala?
February is the best month with 79°F highs, 55°F lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days. The months of February & January offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Antigua Guatemala get in February?
Antigua Guatemala averages 8.3 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Antigua 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 Antigua Guatemala in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 55°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Antigua Guatemala good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Antigua Guatemala scores 8.3/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.4/10.
When should you avoid Antigua Guatemala?
June is the most difficult month to visit Antigua 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 Antigua Guatemala in December?
The average UV index reaches 7 in December in Antigua Guatemala (high), with about 11.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.