When planning a visit to Alta Verapaz in Guatemala, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 25°C (77°F) in October up to 28°C (82°F) during the peak of March. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Antigua Guatemala, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In Alta Verapaz, the months of January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 27°C (81°F).
Precipitation in Alta Verapaz varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in September with 308 mm (12 in) of rain, while January stays relatively dry with 9 mm (0.4 in). The region experiences its rainy season during May, June, August, September and October, when monthly rainfall can range from 207 mm (8.1 in) to 308 mm (12 in). January, February and December marks the driest time of year, with rainfall falling below 14 mm (0.6 in).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for January, when daylight hours are at their peak.
