Huehuetenango Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Huehuetenango. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Huehuetenango has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1489 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

The climate in Huehuetenango shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 290 mm of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 23 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 19 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. The city receives 152 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 23°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Huehuetenango Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Guatemala

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Guatemala. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Huehuetenango’s average annual precipitation is 1489 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

For more detailed information about Huehuetenango’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Huehuetenango Climate page.