Normal weather for Guatemala in December
It's warm in December in Guatemala with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 16°C.
In December, there is an average of 10 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Guatemala in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
26°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
23°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
10 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 10 days | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Guatemala with warm temperatures, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights close to 16°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 25°C, with nights close to 15°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Guatemala will be around 26°C, with nights close to 15°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 December a good time to visit Guatemala?
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in Guatemala. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in Guatemala runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Guatemala in December
With 32°C, Guatemala hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 18°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 December in Guatemala
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December 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 December in Guatemala
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December 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 December, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Guatemala.
Daily UV Index in December in Guatemala
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December 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 December in Guatemala Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Guatemala, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Guatemala Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December 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 December for Guatemala
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical 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
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Guatemala. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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