Guatemala City weather in August (Alta Verapaz, Guatemala)
Planning a trip to Guatemala City in August? This guide provides all the details you need.
In August, Guatemala City typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 16°C.
Guatemala City in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 183 mm for the month. Typically around 24 days of rainfall is expected.
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 192 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and September tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Guatemala City climate page with graphs.
Guatemala City, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
27°C
Chance of Rain
81%
Precipitation
183 mm
Rainy days
24 days
Humidity
81%
Sunshine
192 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Guatemala in August
Find out more about the weather in Guatemala in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Guatemala City in August?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
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