Monthly climate guide
Quetzaltenango weather in January
January in Quetzaltenango is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 20°C (68°F) and night-time lows near 9°C (48°F). The month usually brings about 7 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 32%.
- January is among Quetzaltenango's three coolest months.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 95% less rain than Quetzaltenango's average.
- January sits in Quetzaltenango's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
20°C
68°F
Avg low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
7 mm
very dry
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
32%
cloud · mostly sunny
Quetzaltenango weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 7 mm | 81% | 32% |
| February | 21°C / 70°F | 9°C / 49°F | 9 mm | 78% | 36% |
| March | 23°C / 73°F | 10°C / 50°F | 24 mm | 75% | 43% |
| April | 24°C / 75°F | 12°C / 54°F | 64 mm | 74% | 57% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 56°F | 223 mm | 82% | 77% |
| June | 21°C / 69°F | 13°C / 56°F | 309 mm | 86% | 82% |
| July | 21°C / 69°F | 12°C / 54°F | 184 mm | 85% | 71% |
| August | 21°C / 69°F | 12°C / 54°F | 292 mm | 86% | 76% |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 13°C / 55°F | 338 mm | 89% | 83% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 12°C / 54°F | 306 mm | 89% | 75% |
| November | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 51°F | 67 mm | 87% | 49% |
| December | 20°C / 67°F | 9°C / 49°F | 10 mm | 84% | 35% |
What to pack for January
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is January a good time to visit Quetzaltenango?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Quetzaltenango →Other Guatemala cities in January
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Quetzaltenango in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Quetzaltenango?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Quetzaltenango, with highs around 20°C and about 7 mm of rain.
How warm is Quetzaltenango in January?
Average highs are about 20°C (68°F) and average lows about 9°C (48°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Quetzaltenango in January?
Quetzaltenango typically gets around 7 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Quetzaltenango (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.