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Alta Verapaz Weather in May

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Alta Verapaz, Guatemala in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Alta Verapaz in May

Alta Verapaz, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. May in Alta Verapaz generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Antigua Guatemala at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Lanquín at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Lanquín and 16°C (61°F) in Antigua Guatemala. On average, May is the warmest month of the year in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Guatemala City with an average of 182 mm (7.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Santa Cruz Verapaz with 270 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Antigua Guatemala as an example - it receives around 185 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Alta Verapaz in May

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

Temperature range in Alta Verapaz (May)

Precipitation variation in Alta Verapaz (May)

Antigua Guatemala

In May Antigua Guatemala 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 unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
185 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
302 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
18 days
26 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Antigua Guatemala →

Guatemala City

In May Guatemala City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
185 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
279 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
19 days
26 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Guatemala City →

Cobán

In May Cobán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
267 mm (11 in)
472 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
17 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Cobán →

Lanquín

In May Lanquín generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
295 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
15 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Lanquín →

Santa Cruz Verapaz

In May Santa Cruz Verapaz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
270 mm (11 in)
452 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
17 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Santa Cruz Verapaz →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Alta Verapaz, in Guatemala.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Alta Verapaz in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antigua Guatemala 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Cobán 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 267 mm (11 in)
Guatemala City 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Lanquín 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Santa Cruz Verapaz 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 270 mm (11 in)

Alta Verapaz weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Alta Verapaz, Guatemala in May. The popular destination of Antigua Guatemala averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala during May range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Antigua Guatemala.

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

Rainfall in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala peaks during May. Antigua Guatemala averages roughly 218 mm (8.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Alta Verapaz, Guatemala with often unpleasant weather in Antigua Guatemala.

On average, the best time to visit Alta Verapaz, Guatemala is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Antigua Guatemala. In contrast, June and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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