Santa Elena Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Santa Elena varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very hot
to warm.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Santa Elena, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 38°C in April, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 30°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 19°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Santa Elena has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1378 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, September receives heavy rainfall, averaging 246 mm of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 24 mm over 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Santa Elena Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
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The best time of year to visit Santa Elena in Guatemala
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, August, September and October.
April has an average maximum temperature of 38°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 246 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 24 mm of precipitation.
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