The best times to visit Caribbean Coast for ideal weather are

January 1st to January 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Caribbean Coast Travel Info

Weather in Caribbean Coast

Temperature

Average temperatures in Caribbean Coast vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 4th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Caribbean Coast, the hottest months are June, May, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early June where highs are regularly around 90.5°F (32.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.6°F (24.2°C) at night.

Caribbean Coast Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Caribbean Coast Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Caribbean Coast Perceived Temperature (F)

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Caribbean Coast Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Caribbean Coast Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 81.7 73.7 67.6
Feb 84 75.5 68.7
Mar 85.7 76.5 69.1
Apr 89.3 80.3 72.8
May 89.7 81.3 74.1
Jun 89.7 81.6 74.7
Jul 88.6 81 74.5
Aug 89.4 81.2 74.3
Sep 89.3 81 74.2
Oct 87.4 79.1 73
Nov 83.7 75.5 69.7
Dec 82.3 74.3 68.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 27.6 23.2 19.8
Feb 28.9 24.2 20.4
Mar 29.8 24.7 20.6
Apr 31.8 26.8 22.7
May 32.1 27.4 23.4
Jun 32.1 27.6 23.7
Jul 31.4 27.2 23.6
Aug 31.9 27.3 23.5
Sep 31.8 27.2 23.4
Oct 30.8 26.2 22.8
Nov 28.7 24.2 20.9
Dec 27.9 23.5 20.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Caribbean Coast are April, May, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late April. For example, on the week of April 23rd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early August with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 30th.

When can you find snow in Caribbean Coast? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Caribbean Coast.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Caribbean Coast (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 38% 0 12.3
Feb 34% 0 8.2
Mar 29% 0 6.3
Apr 16% 0 3.5
May 25% 0 7.1
Jun 40% 0 8.5
Jul 49% 0 12.9
Aug 47% 0 10.8
Sep 44% 0 13.8
Oct 42% 0 11.2
Nov 45% 0 12.6
Dec 34% 0 8.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 38 0 31.2
Feb 34 0 20.8
Mar 29 0 16
Apr 16 0 8.9
May 25 0 18
Jun 40 0 21.6
Jul 49 0 32.8
Aug 47 0 27.4
Sep 44 0 35.1
Oct 42 0 28.4
Nov 45 0 32
Dec 34 0 21.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Caribbean Coast has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (77.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (84%).

Wind in Caribbean Coast is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by July and April. March’s average wind speed of around 3.5 knots (4 MPH or 6.5 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid July where average top sustained speeds reach 12.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Caribbean Coast.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.2 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.1 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.5 Barely noticeable 11.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.4 Barely noticeable 10.9 Gentle breeze
May 3.3 Barely noticeable 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 10.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.4 Barely noticeable 11.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 3 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.6 Barely noticeable 9.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.7 Barely noticeable 9.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.7 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.5 Barely noticeable 9.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 84%
Feb 81.4%
Mar 78.1%
Apr 77.8%
May 78.5%
Jun 79.7%
Jul 81%
Aug 80.5%
Sep 81.5%
Oct 80.9%
Nov 82.5%
Dec 83.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Caribbean Coast?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Guatemala; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Caribbean Coast, Guatemala is February, followed by January and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Caribbean Coast in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 47.3 in October means 47.3% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Caribbean Coast Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90.5°F (32.5°C) and 84.6°F (29.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 12 to 15 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Caribbean Coast, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.1°F (32.3°C) and 82°F (27.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: approximately 13 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Caribbean Coast to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 85.2°F (29.6°C) and 81.3°F (27.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 12 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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