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Cobán weather in May (Alta Verapaz, Guatemala)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Cobán during May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of May in Cobán typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 28°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 18°C. This period is characterized by high temperatures, often making it the hottest month of the year. Dressing in light, airy clothing will help you stay cool and comfortable.

Precipitation

Cobán in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 267 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Cobán. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cobán climate page with graphs.

 

Cobán, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 267 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  

Where to go in Guatemala in May

Find out more about the weather in Guatemala and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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