May weather forecast
Guatemala

May in Guatemala marks the onset of the rainy season. Following the transitional month of April and preceding the wetter month of June, May experiences a significant increase in rainfall alongside warm temperatures, signaling a change in the climate.

Across the country, temperatures during May generally fluctuate between 19°C (66.2°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), although local variations exist due to Guatemala's diverse geography. In Guatemala City, located in the highlands, the average temperature in May ranges from 16°C (60.8°F) to 27°C (80.6°F). Even though the days are warm, the highland regions continue to enjoy cooler nights, a consistent feature of this climate.

The highland city of Antigua follows a similar temperature pattern in May, with an average range from 14°C (57.2°F) to 26°C (78.8°F). Despite the commencement of the rainy season, the nights remain relatively cool due to the city's altitude.

In stark contrast, Puerto Barrios, located along the coast, experiences notably warmer weather, with average temperatures in May ranging from 23°C (73.4°F) to 33°C (91.4°F). The lower altitude of this region, coupled with its proximity to the sea, contributes to this warmer climate.

In terms of precipitation, May witnesses a significant surge in rainfall compared to April, with national averages skyrocketing to 150mm (5.91"). This drastic increase in rainfall indicates the full commencement of the wet season, which typically extends through October.

When compared to April, May exhibits a minor temperature increase of about 1°C (33.8°F). However, the most significant change is the rise in rainfall, making May considerably wetter than the preceding months. As Guatemala progresses into June, rainfall continues to increase, solidifying the presence of the rainy season.

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• Guatemala City - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Guatemala City, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:27 CST. In Guatemala City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.2 days and collects up to 1275mm (50.2") of precipitation.
• Mixco - May »
  Shifting into May, Mixco records an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.4°C (77.7°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. In Mixco, Guatemala, in May, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 285mm (11.22") of accumulated precipitation.
• Villa Nueva - May »
  In Villa Nueva, Guatemala, in May, during 27.3 rainfall days, 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of May in Villa Nueva, Guatemala, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:19.
• Quetzaltenango - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Quetzaltenango is May, when the rain falls for 26.5 days and typically aggregates up to 372mm (14.65") of precipitation. In Quetzaltenango, during May, the rain falls for 26.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 372mm (14.65") of precipitation.
• Escuintla - May »
  
• San Juan Sacatepéquez - May »
  On the last day of May, in San Juan Sacatepéquez, Guatemala, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:28 CST. On the first day of May in San Juan Sacatepéquez sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:19.
• Villa Canales - May »
  On the first day of May in Villa Canales, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:19. What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Villa Canales?
• Chinautla - May »
  On the last day of May, in Chinautla sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:28 CST. Chinautla experiences a minor change to a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F) in average high-temperature during May, closely reflecting April.
• Chimaltenango - May »
  In Chimaltenango during May, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 285mm (11.22") of precipitation. On the first day of May in Chimaltenango sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:20.
• Amatitlán - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Amatitlán, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:28 CST. In Amatitlán in May, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 285mm (11.22") of accumulated precipitation.
• Puerto Barrios - May »
  In Puerto Barrios in May, the average water temperature is 28.8°C (83.8°F). The months with the highest UV index in Puerto Barrios are March through June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa - May »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala.