Quetzaltenango Weather in January

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

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

What to Expect in Quetzaltenango in January

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. January in Quetzaltenango generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Quetzaltenango.

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

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 34 mm (1.3 in) in Quetzaltenango. Going by our weather data, this month in Quetzaltenango usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Quetzaltenango typically receives 248 hours of sunlight, making it 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) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly23°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 January

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 January for the most popular destinonation in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

Quetzaltenango

In January Quetzaltenango generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
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Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
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Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
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In our records: Guatemala January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Guatemala in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Guatemala dropped to -10°C (14°F) in Quetzaltenango on January 10, 2002.

Quetzaltenango weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Quetzaltenango average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

In Quetzaltenango, the average daytime high in January is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. Quetzaltenango averages only about 34 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala with overall perfect weather in Quetzaltenango. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide perfect weather in Quetzaltenango. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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