Climate Insights for Santa Cruz Barillas
Barillas, Huehuetenango, Guatemala
Climate Overview
The climate in Santa Cruz Barillas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 2,314 mm of precipitation falls per year. Santa Cruz Barillas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santa Cruz Barillas is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.The climate in Santa Cruz Barillas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 91.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Santa Cruz Barillas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santa Cruz Barillas is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 53°F.
Temperature
Santa Cruz Barillas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 26°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Santa Cruz Barillas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 53°F to 78°F. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Santa Cruz Barillas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,314 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 193 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 526 mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 75 mm. That's 450 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.Santa Cruz Barillas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 91.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.6 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 20.7 in of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 3 in. That's 17.7 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
Santa Cruz Barillas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.Santa Cruz Barillas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Santa Cruz Barillas is during February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 11°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Santa Cruz Barillas is during February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 78°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 53°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa Cruz Barillas 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 Santa Cruz Barillas 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.