Average weather for Guatemala in August
It's warm in August in Guatemala with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 18°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Guatemala with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 18°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 27°C, with nights around 18°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Guatemala is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In August, there is an average of 240 mm of precipitation, spread over 25 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Guatemala in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
27°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
26°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
240 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
25 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Guatemala?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Guatemala. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Guatemala runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2015, Guatemala reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Check out the climate of Guatemala for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Guatemala is based on weather data from Antigua. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Guatemala to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in August in Guatemala
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Guatemala, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Guatemala
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Guatemala, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 25 days of precipitation in Guatemala.
Daily UV index in August in Guatemala
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Guatemala, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Guatemala over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Guatemala, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Guatemala over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Guatemala, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Guatemala
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Guatemala. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Guatemala by month
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