Antigua Guatemala · WinterMonth summary
Antigua Guatemala weather in January
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
55°F – 75°F
🌧 Rainy days
8% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Antigua Guatemala in January?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (24°F, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: Favourable conditions in January (8.6/10). March scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Antigua Guatemala in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in January
Even in winter, Antigua Guatemala enjoys 24°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (8% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 55°F | 75°F | 8% | 0.0in | 10.9h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ February | 55°F | 79°F | 12% | 0.0in | 11.2h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ March | 57°F | 81°F | 19% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 59°F | 81°F | 49% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 7.9/10 |
| ⛅ May | 61°F | 77°F | 81% | 0.2in | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 61°F | 75°F | 88% | 0.4in | 9.5h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 59°F | 75°F | 68% | 0.2in | 11.3h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 59°F | 75°F | 83% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 59°F | 75°F | 92% | 0.3in | 9.9h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 59°F | 73°F | 78% | 0.3in | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 57°F | 73°F | 39% | 0.1in | 10.9h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 55°F | 75°F | 13% | 0.0in | 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 January, Antigua Guatemala averages 75°F, 8% rainy days and 10.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.6/10.
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Comparison
January vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +3°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +11%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Antigua Guatemala in January
Is January a good time to visit Antigua Guatemala?
January is an excellent time to visit Antigua Guatemala (score 8.6/10). With 75°F, 10.9h of sunshine and 8% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Antigua Guatemala in January?
With 75°F and 10.9h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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