Quetzaltenango Weather in May

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

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Thinking about venturing to Quetzaltenango, Guatemala this May 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 May

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. May 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 specific regional insights in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 461 mm (18 in) in Quetzaltenango. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Quetzaltenango.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Quetzaltenango enjoys approximately 195 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) 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 May

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 May for the most popular destinonation in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

Quetzaltenango

In May 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 poor that month.

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Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
195 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
210 mm (8.3 in)
461 mm (18 in)
444 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
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Weather conditions
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Quetzaltenango weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala brings poor 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 May?

Average temperatures in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala during May range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Quetzaltenango.

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, with Quetzaltenango averaging around 461 mm (18 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Quetzaltenango, May may not be the ideal time to visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala.

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.

Interested in more climate information?

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