Quick decision
When to visit Antigua Guatemala?
🌞 Best time overall
March
🌡️ Optimal temperature
57°F–81°F in March
🌧 Least rain
19% rainy days in March
🌧 Wettest month
September (92%)
📅 Best score
8.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Colonial ruinsNov–Apr — earthquake-ruined churches, cobblestones, volcanoes.
Volcán de FuegoYear-round — active volcano visible from town, hikes.
Guatemalan coffeeNov–Mar — harvest season, plantation tours, tastings.
Semana SantaMar–Apr — elaborate Holy Week processions, flower carpets.
Monthly climate data
Antigua Guatemala weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | 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
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 26°F, 50% rainy days, 11.5h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 24°F, 80% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 23°F, 70% rainy days, 10.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Excellent time
Average 25°F, 11% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.
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FAQ
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March is ideal with 19% rainy days and 27°F.
September is the wettest month with 92% rainy days.
Yes, March is the best month with an average of 27°F.
In winter, the average score is 8.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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