Quetzaltenango Weather in March

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

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Thinking about venturing to Quetzaltenango, Guatemala this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Quetzaltenango in March

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. March in Quetzaltenango generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Quetzaltenango.

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

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 94 mm (3.7 in) in Quetzaltenango.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Quetzaltenango typically receives 249 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 March

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 March for the most popular destinonation in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

Quetzaltenango

In March Quetzaltenango generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
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Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
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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.

Quetzaltenango weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala brings perfect weather. In Quetzaltenango, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

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

Quetzaltenango averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala during March, with Quetzaltenango averaging close to 94 mm (3.7 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. Typically, the climate in Quetzaltenango is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly perfect weather in Quetzaltenango. The weather in May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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