 |
|
| » |
|
| » |
|
| » |
|
| » |
|
| » |
|
| » |
|
| » |
|
| » |
|
|
|
| |
|
| |
|
|
| |
|
|
Home > Destinations > Central
America > Guatemala > Guatemala
Season and Climate
 Climate
in Guatemala varies according to season,
geography and altitude. In general, the
best time to travel is November through
April. The Pacific and Caribbean coasts
are by and large hot all year round in
the high 80° F to mid-90° F. Expect
occasional rain anytime of the year on
the tropical Atlantic coast, although
storms are possible during hurricane season
August-October. In the northern lowland
rainforests of the Petén region,
including Tikal National Park, humidity
is high and temperatures reach 100°
F from May-August. The highlands including
Guatemala City, Antigua and Lake Atitlán
(Panajachel) are generally 5,000 ft or
more above sea level. This region is commonly
referred to as the "Land Of Eternal
Spring" as it is characterized by
pleasantly warm days and cool nights.
As you move into the western highlands
the altitude increases up to 10,000 ft
on the Pan American highway where the
temperature decreases sharply in the evening.
In December and January there may be frost
in the early morning at the highest elevations.
|
