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Guatemala Weather in March

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

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Antigua Guatemala Panajachel Flores Cobán

Considering a trip to Guatemala this March 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 March

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Quetzaltenango at 23°C (73°F) and very hot in Flores at 35°C (95°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Flores and 13°C (55°F) in Quetzaltenango.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Las Lisonas with an average of 7.8 mm (0.3 in) to high rainfall in Puerto Barrios with 118 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Antigua Guatemala typically receives 245 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Guatemala by month

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 March

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Guatemala?

Temperature range in Guatemala (March)

Precipitation variation in Guatemala (March)

Antigua Guatemala

In March Antigua Guatemala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
245 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Antigua Guatemala →

Guatemala City

In March Guatemala City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
245 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.5 mm (0.3 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Guatemala City →

Panajachel

In March Panajachel generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
249 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Panajachel →

Flores

In March Flores generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Flores →

Quetzaltenango

In March Quetzaltenango generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
249 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
mixed
Climate in Quetzaltenango →

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In our records: Guatemala March extremes

Notable March 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 warmest March day in Guatemala reached 44°C (111°F) in Chiquimula on March 24, 2024.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antigua Guatemala 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Panajachel 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Flores 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Cobán 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Guatemala City 29°C (84°F) 14°C (57°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Rio Dulce Town 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Guatemala weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Guatemala in March?

In March, Guatemala generally has excellent weather conditions. Antigua Guatemala sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Guatemala in March?

Antigua Guatemala averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Guatemala get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Guatemala. Antigua Guatemala averages only about 32 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Guatemala?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Guatemala. Typically, the climate in Antigua Guatemala is excellent.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide excellent weather in Antigua Guatemala. In contrast, June and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Guatemala.

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