Climate Insights for Coatepeque

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Hottest
May
26°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
January
15°C low60°F low
Wettest
May
670 mm rain26.4 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Coatepeque is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 4,396 mm of precipitation falls per year. Coatepeque receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Coatepeque is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, July, April. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in Coatepeque is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 173.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Coatepeque receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Coatepeque is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, July, April. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 60°F.

Temperature

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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FFebMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FMarMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FSepMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 64°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FDecMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 61°F
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Coatepeque sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 26°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Coatepeque has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 67°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mm500mm550mm600mm650mm700mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 59mmFebPrecipitation: 65mmMarPrecipitation: 129mmAprPrecipitation: 293mmMayPrecipitation: 670mmJunPrecipitation: 658mmJulPrecipitation: 472mmAugPrecipitation: 553mmSepPrecipitation: 613mmOctPrecipitation: 546mmNovPrecipitation: 255mmDecPrecipitation: 83mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.3inFebPrecipitation: 2.5inMarPrecipitation: 5.1inAprPrecipitation: 11.5inMayPrecipitation: 26.4inJunPrecipitation: 25.9inJulPrecipitation: 18.6inAugPrecipitation: 21.8inSepPrecipitation: 24.1inOctPrecipitation: 21.5inNovPrecipitation: 10inDecPrecipitation: 3.3in
Precipitation

Coatepeque is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4,396 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 366 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 670 mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 59 mm. That's 611 mm less than May, 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.Coatepeque is a very wet location, receiving approximately 173.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14.4 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 26.4 in of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.3 in. That's 24.1 in less than May, 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
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Coatepeque 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 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Coatepeque is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°67°F
Feb20°68°F
Mar20°69°F
Apr21°69°F
May21°70°F
Jun21°70°F
Jul21°70°F
Aug21°70°F
Sep21°69°F
Oct21°69°F
Nov20°69°F
Dec20°67°F

The best time to visit Coatepeque is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 69 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 26°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Coatepeque is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 78°F. 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 Coatepeque 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 Coatepeque 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
15 °C60 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C60 °F
25 °C76 °F
5 km/h3 mph
65 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C62 °F
25 °C77 °F
5 km/h3 mph
129 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C63 °F
25 °C77 °F
5 km/h3 mph
293 mm11.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C64 °F
26 °C78 °F
4 km/h3 mph
670 mm26.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
658 mm25.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
472 mm18.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
553 mm21.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
613 mm24.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C64 °F
25 °C76 °F
4 km/h2 mph
546 mm21.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C63 °F
24 °C76 °F
4 km/h3 mph
255 mm10 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
16 °C61 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in