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Alta Verapaz Weather in April

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

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Planning a journey to Alta Verapaz, Guatemala this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Alta Verapaz in April

Alta Verapaz, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. April in Alta Verapaz generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Antigua Guatemala at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Lanquín at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Lanquín and 15°C (59°F) in Antigua Guatemala.

To explore the conditions in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Guatemala City with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Cobán with 148 mm (5.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in April. Antigua Guatemala typically receives 240 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Alta Verapaz by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Alta Verapaz - 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 Alta Verapaz in April

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

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 Alta Verapaz

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

Temperature range in Alta Verapaz (April)

Precipitation variation in Alta Verapaz (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 excellent 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
excellent
excellent
mixed
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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 excellent 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
excellent
excellent
good
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Cobán

In April Cobán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
17 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
less favorable
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Lanquín

In April Lanquín generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
15 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
mixed
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Santa Cruz Verapaz

In April Santa Cruz Verapaz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
270 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
17 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
less favorable
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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 Alta Verapaz in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antigua Guatemala 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 84 mm (3.3 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)
Lanquín 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Santa Cruz Verapaz 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Alta Verapaz weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala in April?

April in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala brings excellent weather. In Antigua Guatemala, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala in April?

Average temperatures in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala during April range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Antigua Guatemala.

Does Alta Verapaz, Guatemala get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. Antigua Guatemala averages only about 84 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Alta Verapaz, Guatemala?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Alta Verapaz, 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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