Climate Insights for Chicacao

Departamento de Suchitepéquez, Guatemala

Hottest
March
30°C peak
Coldest
January
18°C low
Wettest
June
558mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Chicacao is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 3257mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 558mm of rainfall. Chicacao is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: March, April, February. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Feb Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Mar Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 20° Apr Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20° May Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jun Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Oct Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° Nov Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Dec Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19°
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Chicacao sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 30°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 29mm Feb Precipitation: 19mm Mar Precipitation: 48mm Apr Precipitation: 147mm May Precipitation: 367mm Jun Precipitation: 558mm Jul Precipitation: 375mm Aug Precipitation: 430mm Sep Precipitation: 508mm Oct Precipitation: 504mm Nov Precipitation: 219mm Dec Precipitation: 51mm
Precipitation

Chicacao is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3257mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 271mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 558mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 19mm. That's 539mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Chicacao is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Chicacao, which began on September 23, 2026. Chicacao is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in March at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 18°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 563mm across the season with a monthly average of 188mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1363mm across the season with a monthly average of 454mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1232mm across the season with a monthly average of 411mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 99mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 25°
May 24°
Jun 24°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Chicacao is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 37mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chicacao based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
367 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
558 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
375 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
430 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
20 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
508 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
504 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
219 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
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