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Santiago Atitlán Climate by Month

Santiago Atitlán has relatively stable weather with warm temperatures. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Santiago Atitlán experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C in March. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 25°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 15°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Santiago Atitlán has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2674 mm of rainfall per year. Santiago Atitlán can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 457 mm of precipitation over 25 rainy days. In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 20 mm of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Santiago Atitlán experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 8.3 hours daily sunshine in March, it dips to 5.1 hours in June, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Panajachel, Guatemala (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Panajachel, Guatemala (13 KM, 8 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Santiago Atitlán in Guatemala

During the months of January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Santiago Atitlán?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Santiago Atitlán?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 25°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Santiago Atitlán?
    September tops the wettest month list with 457 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Santiago Atitlán?
    January is the driest month with 20 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Santiago Atitlán?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 249 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Santiago Atitlán

    Thu   Nov 21
    26°C | 17°C
    NE 4 km/h
    17 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    25°C | 16°C
    NE 7 km/h
    1.5 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    23°C | 15°C
    SW 7 km/h
    4 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain