Guatemala

Guatemala Weather in October

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

Planning a trip to Guatemala this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Guatemala in October

Guatemala has a wide variety of climate types. During October, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Quetzaltenango at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Laguna Yaxha at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Laguna Yaxha and 14°C (57°F) in Quetzaltenango.

For specific regional insights in Guatemala, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Laguna Yaxha with an average of 139 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Retalhuleu with 445 mm (18 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Antigua Guatemala gets around 180 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Guatemala by month

Best Places to Visit in Guatemala in October

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

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Guatemala?

Temperature range in Guatemala (October)

Precipitation variation in Guatemala (October)

Antigua Guatemala

In October Antigua Guatemala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
180 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
309 mm (12 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
22 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Guatemala City

In October Guatemala City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
180 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
274 mm (11 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
22 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Panajachel

In October Panajachel generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
170 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
378 mm (15 in)
267 mm (11 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
20 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Flores

In October Flores generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Quetzaltenango

In October Quetzaltenango generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
170 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
456 mm (18 in)
334 mm (13 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antigua Guatemala 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Panajachel 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 267 mm (11 in)
Flores 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Cobán 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 373 mm (15 in)
Guatemala City 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Rio Dulce Town 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 281 mm (11 in)

Guatemala weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Guatemala in October?

Guatemala typically experiences unpleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Antigua Guatemala average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Guatemala in October?

Daytime temperatures in Antigua Guatemala peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in October, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Guatemala get a lot of rain in October?

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Guatemala, with Antigua Guatemala averaging around 215 mm (8.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Guatemala?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Antigua Guatemala, October may not be the ideal time to visit Guatemala.

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.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Guatemala.

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