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Guatemala Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Guatemala in April.

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Considering a trip to Guatemala this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Guatemala in April

The weather in Guatemala in April can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Quetzaltenango at 23°C (73°F) to very hot in Flores at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Flores and 14°C (57°F) in Quetzaltenango.

For a closer look at conditions across Guatemala, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Las Lisonas with an average of 26 mm (1 in) to heavy rainfall in Quetzaltenango with 210 mm (8.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Antigua Guatemala enjoys about 240 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Guatemala — and find the best time to visit. (based on Antigua Guatemala)

January26°C (79°F) February27°C (81°F) March28°C (82°F) April27°C (81°F) May26°C (79°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September25°C (77°F) October25°C (77°F) November25°C (77°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Guatemala in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Guatemala.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Guatemala

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Guatemala?

Temperature range in Guatemala (April)

Precipitation variation in Guatemala (April)

Antigua Guatemala

In April Antigua Guatemala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
240 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Antigua Guatemala →

Guatemala City

In April Guatemala City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
240 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
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Panajachel

In April Panajachel generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
248 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
318 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Panajachel →

Flores

In April Flores generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C (100°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
38°C (100°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
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Quetzaltenango

In April Quetzaltenango generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
248 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
461 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Quetzaltenango →

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In our records: Guatemala April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Guatemala in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest April daytime high in Guatemala was 9°C (48°F) in Huehuetenango on April 1, 2003.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Guatemala in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antigua Guatemala 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Panajachel 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Flores 38°C (100°F) 23°C (73°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Cobán 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Guatemala City 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Rio Dulce Town 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Guatemala weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Guatemala in April?

In April, Guatemala generally has perfect weather conditions. Antigua Guatemala sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Guatemala in April?

Antigua Guatemala averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does Guatemala get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Guatemala during April, with Antigua Guatemala averaging close to 84 mm (3.3 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Guatemala?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Guatemala. Typically, the climate in Antigua Guatemala is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Antigua Guatemala. On the other hand, the weather in June and September tend to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Guatemala.

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