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Alta Verapaz Weather in March

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

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Planning a journey to Alta Verapaz, Guatemala this March 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 March

Alta Verapaz, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. March in Alta Verapaz generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in Cobán to 29°C (84°F) in Guatemala City. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Guatemala City and 15°C (59°F) in Cobán.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Guatemala City with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to high rainfall in Cobán with 117 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Antigua Guatemala enjoys approximately 245 hours of sunlight, 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 March

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala?

Temperature range in Alta Verapaz (March)

Precipitation variation in Alta Verapaz (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 perfect 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
perfect
perfect
perfect
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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 perfect 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
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Cobán

In March Cobán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Lanquín

In March Lanquín 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 pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
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Santa Cruz Verapaz

In March Santa Cruz Verapaz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Alta Verapaz, in Guatemala.

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 Alta Verapaz in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antigua Guatemala 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 32 mm (1.3 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)
Lanquín 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Santa Cruz Verapaz 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Alta Verapaz weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala brings perfect weather. In Antigua Guatemala, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

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

Average temperatures in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala during March range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Antigua Guatemala.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala during March, with Antigua Guatemala averaging close to 32 mm (1.3 in).

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

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. Typically, the climate in Antigua Guatemala is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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