Quetzaltenango Weather in April

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

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Planning a journey to Quetzaltenango, 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 Quetzaltenango in April

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. April in Quetzaltenango generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Quetzaltenango.

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

Precipitation

April is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 210 mm (8.3 in) in Quetzaltenango.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Quetzaltenango enjoys about 248 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Quetzaltenango by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Quetzaltenango — and find the best time to visit. (based on Quetzaltenango)

January22°C (72°F) February23°C (73°F) March23°C (73°F) April23°C (73°F) May23°C (73°F) This monthJune23°C (73°F) July23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September22°C (72°F) October22°C (72°F) November22°C (72°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Quetzaltenango in April

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 Quetzaltenango

What is the weather like in April for the most popular destinonation in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

Quetzaltenango

In April Quetzaltenango generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
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Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
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Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
461 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
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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.

Quetzaltenango weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala in April?

April in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala brings unpleasant weather. In Quetzaltenango, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala in April?

Quetzaltenango averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Quetzaltenango, Guatemala get a lot of rain in April?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Quetzaltenango records an average of 210 mm (8.3 in) in April, putting it among the wetter months for Quetzaltenango, Guatemala.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala due to the typically unpleasant weather in Quetzaltenango.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide perfect weather in Quetzaltenango. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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