Climate Insights for Chiquimula

Guatemala

Hottest
May
32°C peak90°F peak
Coldest
January
16°C low61°F low
Wettest
June
238 mm rain9.4 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Chiquimula is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,138 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 238 mm of rainfall. Chiquimula is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, March. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.The climate in Chiquimula is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 44.8 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 9.4 in of rainfall. Chiquimula is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, March. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 61°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 16°FebMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°MarMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 18°AprMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 20°MayMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°JunMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 20°JulMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 20°AugMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°SepMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°OctMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 20°NovMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°DecMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 86°FAverage: 74°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FMayMax: 90°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FJunMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FAugMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FSepMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FOctMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 67°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 65°FDecMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°F
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Chiquimula sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 32°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Chiquimula sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 61°F to 90°F. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 68°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 14mmFebPrecipitation: 11mmMarPrecipitation: 11mmAprPrecipitation: 18mmMayPrecipitation: 108mmJunPrecipitation: 238mmJulPrecipitation: 130mmAugPrecipitation: 156mmSepPrecipitation: 230mmOctPrecipitation: 138mmNovPrecipitation: 61mmDecPrecipitation: 24mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.5inFebPrecipitation: 0.4inMarPrecipitation: 0.4inAprPrecipitation: 0.7inMayPrecipitation: 4.3inJunPrecipitation: 9.4inJulPrecipitation: 5.1inAugPrecipitation: 6.2inSepPrecipitation: 9inOctPrecipitation: 5.4inNovPrecipitation: 2.4inDecPrecipitation: 0.9in
Precipitation

Chiquimula is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,138 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 238 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 11 mm. That's 227 mm 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.Chiquimula is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 9.4 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 0.4 in. That's 8.9 in 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/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Chiquimula is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Chiquimula is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°68°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar23°74°F
Apr25°77°F
May26°78°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul23°74°F
Aug24°74°F
Sep24°74°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov21°70°F
Dec20°69°F

The best time to visit Chiquimula is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 23 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Chiquimula is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chiquimula 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chiquimula based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
16 °C61 °F
26 °C78 °F
9 km/h5 mph
14 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C62 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h5 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
30 °C86 °F
8 km/h5 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
20 °C67 °F
32 °C89 °F
8 km/h5 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C70 °F
32 °C90 °F
6 km/h4 mph
108 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
20 °C69 °F
30 °C85 °F
6 km/h3 mph
238 mm9.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
20 °C68 °F
28 °C83 °F
7 km/h5 mph
130 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
20 °C68 °F
29 °C84 °F
6 km/h4 mph
156 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C68 °F
29 °C84 °F
5 km/h3 mph
230 mm9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C67 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h4 mph
138 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C65 °F
26 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
25 °C77 °F
8 km/h5 mph
24 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in