May · Guatemala
Best time to visit Guatemala City in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guatemala City in May
Average temperature 24°C, 133 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.4/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 133 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Guatemala City scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 133 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guatemala City mixes Maya museums, colonial churches and markets in the highland capital.
May in Guatemala City: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 24°C (75°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
133 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Guatemala City — 3.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guatemala City in May?
- In May, Guatemala City averages 24°C, 133 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Guatemala City?
- May earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guatemala City in May?
- Expect about 133 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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