Peak in April
Coolest in November
Heavy in September
Peak in dry season
Antigua Guatemala Monthly Weather Guide
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Essential Travel Info for Antigua Guatemala
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Q Guatemalan quetzal
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Moderate Safety
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Best Time to Visit Antigua Guatemala
Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 14.5586° N, 90.7295° W
Open in Google MapsAntigua Guatemala is a prominent destination in Guatemala.
Located at 14.56°N latitude,Antigua Guatemala experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
Based on 30 years of data, April is the warmest month (avg. 27°C), while November is the coolest. September sees the most rain (81% chance), making January the driest month.
Best Time to Visit
NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)January, February, March
Best months to visit
25°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Antigua Guatemala receives approximately 1,288mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
24.9°
2024 Avg
24.6°
2040 Proj
25.1°
+-0.16°C
per decade (observed)
+0.31°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Antigua Guatemala has warmed by +-0.5°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.5°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.308°C/decade), for a total of +0.0°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Chikungunya
All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Guatemala.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Guatemala. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Guatemala.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Guatemala take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasPrimarily in the departments of Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz, Escuintla, Izabal, and PeténFew cases reported in other departmentsNo malaria transmission in the cities of Antigua or Guatemala City (the capital)No malaria transmission at Lake AtitlánDrug resistanceNoneSpeciesP. vivax(99%)P. falciparum(1%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisDepartments of Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz, Escuintla, Izabal, and Petén: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2Other areas with reported malaria transmission: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
Measles
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
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View Complete Health GuideAntigua Guatemala Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 1% | ✨ Perfect |
| February | 26°C | 3% | ✨ Perfect |
| March | 27°C | 10% | ✨ Perfect |
| April | 27°C | 30% | 😊 Pleasant |
| May | 26°C | 61% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| June | 24°C | 77% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| July | 25°C | 53% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| August | 25°C | 62% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| September | 24°C | 81% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| October | 23°C | 59% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| November | 23°C | 18% | ✨ Perfect |
| December | 24°C | 3% | ✨ Perfect |
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Antigua Guatemala Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Antigua Guatemala?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Antigua Guatemala?
April is historically the hottest month in Antigua Guatemala with average highs of 27°C.
When does it rain the most in Antigua Guatemala?
September typically sees the highest probability of rain (81%).
Is Antigua Guatemala expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.