Climate Overview

Guatemala is located between the 13th and 18th degrees north latitude — tropical, but extremely diverse thanks to the altitude differences (0–4,220 m). The rule of thumb: The higher, the cooler. Temperatures remain relatively constant throughout the year — there are no seasons in the European sense, but a dry season (Verano) and a rainy season (Invierno).

Region	Altitude	Dry Season (Nov–Apr)	Rainy Season (May–Oct)	Special Feature
Highlands (Antigua, Atitlán)	1,500–2,500 m	18–25°C, sunny	15–22°C, afternoon rain	“Eternal Spring", cool at night (10–15°C)
Petén (Tikal)	100–300 m	25–35°C, humid	25–35°C, heavy showers	Hot and humid year-round
Caribbean Coast	0–50 m	25–32°C	25–32°C, very humid	Rain possible year-round, Sep is wettest
Pacific Coast	0–100 m	28–35°C	28–35°C, heavy downpours	Hot, humid, less touristy

Important: In the highlands (Antigua, Atitlán, Chichicastenango), there is a pleasant, spring-like climate — Guatemalans call it “Land of Eternal Spring". However, it can get quite cold at night (10°C and below), especially from November to February. A warm jacket is a must!