Monthly climate guide
Guatemala City weather in May
Expect hot weather in Guatemala City in May: afternoons reach about 28°C (83°F), while nights drop to around 19°C (65°F). Around 172 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- This is rainy-season territory in Guatemala City: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Just 110 km apart, but Guatemala City runs about 6°C warmer than Quetzaltenango this month.
- Rain is above Guatemala City's usual level, by about 57%.
- Humidity near 77% makes 28°C feel stickier than it sounds.
Avg high
28°C
83°F
Avg low
19°C
65°F
Rainfall
172 mm
very wet
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
75%
cloud · often cloudy
Guatemala City weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 81°F | 14°C / 58°F | 5 mm | 72% | 34% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 15°C / 59°F | 6 mm | 68% | 35% |
| March | 31°C / 87°F | 16°C / 61°F | 14 mm | 63% | 38% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 64°F | 44 mm | 67% | 51% |
| May | 28°C / 83°F | 19°C / 65°F | 172 mm | 77% | 75% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 65°F | 216 mm | 83% | 81% |
| July | 26°C / 80°F | 18°C / 64°F | 147 mm | 82% | 70% |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 64°F | 228 mm | 84% | 74% |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 64°F | 216 mm | 87% | 82% |
| October | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 208 mm | 87% | 73% |
| November | 25°C / 78°F | 16°C / 60°F | 48 mm | 83% | 49% |
| December | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 58°F | 9 mm | 79% | 35% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Guatemala City?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Guatemala City →Other Guatemala cities in May
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Guatemala City in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Guatemala City?
May is one of the wetter months in Guatemala City, with about 172 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Guatemala City in May?
Average highs are about 28°C (83°F) and average lows about 19°C (65°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Guatemala City in May?
Guatemala City typically gets around 172 mm of rain in May — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Guatemala City (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.