Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Guatemala with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Guatemala in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Guatemala with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 28°C, with nights close to 19°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Guatemala will be around 27°C, with nights close to 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 248 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
With an average precipitation chance of 87% this month, rainy days are almost inevitable. There are only a few days with a lower chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Guatemala. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Guatemala in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
248 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
27 days | 8 days | |
April
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 May a good time to visit Guatemala?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Guatemala. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in Guatemala runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Guatemala in May
With 33°C, Guatemala hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 15°C to a high of 21°C.
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The climate of Guatemala is based on weather data from Antigua. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Guatemala for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Guatemala
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Guatemala, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Guatemala
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Guatemala, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 27 days of rain in Guatemala.
Daily UV Index in May in Guatemala
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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 May in Guatemala Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Guatemala, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Guatemala Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Guatemala, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Guatemala
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Average Weather in Guatemala by Month
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