Escuintla, Guatemala experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 20 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Escuintla, Guatemala Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Escuintla, Guatemala. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.4/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 30°C / 20°C
Feels Like 34°C / 22°C
Rainy Days 20
Rainfall 206 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 80%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 21°C
Hottest Month
32°C
March
Avg Low20°C
Rain8days
Coldest Month
19°C
January
Avg High30°C
Rain4days
Driest Month
3days
February
Avg High31°C
Avg Low19°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
February (Gusts 37)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, July, August due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:36
Daylight 13h
Sunset 18:34
Live conditions—
Escuintla on the map · live conditions
Escuintla, Guatemala
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Guatemala
- City
- Escuintla
- Population
- 156.3K
- Coordinates
- 14.30°, -90.79°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 30 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 5 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 19°C . Feb: 31°C / 19°C . Mar: 32°C / 20°C . Apr: 31°C / 21°C . May: 29°C / 21°C . Jun: 28°C / 21°C . Jul: 29°C / 20°C . Aug: 29°C / 20°C . Sep: 28°C / 20°C . Oct: 28°C / 20°C . Nov: 29°C / 19°C . Dec: 30°C / 19°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 13 mm. Feb: 10 mm. Mar: 29 mm. Apr: 93 mm. May: 265 mm. Jun: 460 mm. Jul: 317 mm. Aug: 333 mm. Sep: 374 mm. Oct: 387 mm. Nov: 161 mm. Dec: 31 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 69%. Feb: 66%. Mar: 69%. Apr: 74%. May: 84%. Jun: 89%. Jul: 85%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 89%. Oct: 89%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 74%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 11 km/h . Feb: 12 km/h . Mar: 12 km/h . Apr: 11 km/h . May: 9 km/h . Jun: 8 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 8 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 11h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 9. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 18 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 31°C | Mar · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Dec 2025 · 19°C | Jan · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Jun 2025 · 451 mm | Jun · 460 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 12 km/h | Feb · 12 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Good April
Poor May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 30°C / 19°C | 33°C / 20°C | 4days (13 mm) Good | 10.4h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 31°C / 19°C | 34°C / 20°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 32°C / 20°C | 35°C / 22°C | 8days (29 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 31°C / 21°C | 36°C / 23°C | 16days (93 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 21°C | 35°C / 25°C | 28days (265 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 21°C | 34°C / 24°C | 29days (460 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 29°C / 20°C | 36°C / 23°C | 30days (317 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 85% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 20°C | 35°C / 23°C | 30days (333 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 87% Very Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 20°C | 34°C / 23°C | 29days (374 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 20°C | 34°C / 23°C | 30days (387 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 19°C | 34°C / 21°C | 19days (161 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 83% Humid | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| December best | 30°C / 19°C | 33°C / 20°C | 8days (31 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Escuintla are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Escuintla, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Escuintla is March, with average daytime highs of 32°C (89°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Escuintla is January, with average overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Escuintla is June, averaging 460mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Escuintla runs through July, August, October, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Escuintla.
Escuintla receives approximately 123 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Escuintla.
The least favorable months to visit Escuintla are April, May, July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Escuintla is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Escuintla is 80%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Escuintla are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 12 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 37 km/h / 23 mph).
Escuintla averages 6 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 57%. The clearest skies occur in February.
The annual average dew point in Escuintla is 21°C (70°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Escuintla has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Escuintla ranges from 22°C (72°F) to 34°C (93°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Escuintla, with a climate score of 5.1/10. Consider visiting during January, February, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Escuintla, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 29 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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