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San Marcos La Laguna Weather in May

During May, San Marcos La Laguna experiences high daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and cooler nights around 15°C (59°F). May sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in San Marcos La Laguna in May

As part of the rainy season, San Marcos La Laguna sees around 17 days of rain in May, with an average of 391 mm (15 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in San Marcos La Laguna in May

Daytime temperatures in San Marcos La Laguna reach 23°C (73°F) in May, dropping to 15°C (59°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. At 15°C (59°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in San Marcos La Laguna in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 195 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.

May in San Marcos La Laguna has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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San Marcos La Laguna Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 391 mm (15 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 195 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Panajachel, Guatemala (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

38-year average (1978-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Marcos La Laguna typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 23°C (73°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 13°C (55°F).

Average temperatures in May

Historical weather for San Marcos La Laguna in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for San Marcos La Laguna spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

San Marcos La Laguna historical weather extremes in May

Based on 23 years of weather observations in San Marcos La Laguna between 2003 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

  • The hottest May day on record in San Marcos La Laguna reached 35°C (95°F) (May 12, 2024).
  • San Marcos La Laguna experienced its chilliest May day on May 31, 2003, reaching only 16°C (61°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was 6°C (43°F) (May 1, 2007).

Best Places in Guatemala in May

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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).

What to Wear in San Marcos La Laguna in May

For San Marcos La Laguna in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in San Marcos La Laguna in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Camping
6/10

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