Escuintla Department is one of several regions in Guatemala, with temperatures that range from 29°C (84°F) in October to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of April. We've based our full climate overview on data from Iztapa, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
High temperatures are a constant in Escuintla Department, especially in Iztapa, with average maximums staying above 29°C (84°F) all year long.
The peak of the heat usually falls in March, April and May.
Precipitation in Escuintla Department varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in September with 335 mm (13 in) of rain, while January stays relatively dry with 4 mm (0.2 in). The region experiences its rainy season during June, August, September and October, when monthly rainfall can range from 224 mm (8.8 in) to 335 mm (13 in). The driest conditions can be found during January, February, March and December, with rainfall staying below 11 mm (0.4 in).
