Guatemala City weather in May

May in Guatemala City: warm, rainy — an excellent time to visit.

#10 of 12 months in Guatemala City · #231 of 604 destinations to visit in May · comfort 84/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Guatemala City climate normals — May

Daytime high26°C / 79°F🌤 warm
Nighttime low17°C / 62°F
Feels like (high)28°C / 82°F
Rainfall86 mm / 3.4 in🌧 rainy
Rainy days14 days
Humidity72%💧 humid
Dew point15°C / 59°F
Sunshine10.3 h/day
Daylight12.8 h
Wind10 km/h / 6 mph
Air quality (US AQI)90🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Guatemala City in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Guatemala City?
May in Guatemala City: warm, rainy — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #10 of 12 months for Guatemala City on SeasonMap's comfort score (84/100).
What is the weather like in Guatemala City in May?
In May, Guatemala City averages a daily high of 26.1°C and a low of 16.6°C, with about 85.8 mm of rain over roughly 13.8 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Guatemala City in May?
Guatemala City has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 90 in May.

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