March · Guatemala
Best time to visit Lake Atitlán in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lake Atitlán in March
Average temperature 24°C, 35 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.8/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Lake Atitlán scores 8.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 35 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lake Atitlán fills a volcanic caldera ringed by Maya villages and three volcanoes.
March is one of the strongest months in Lake Atitlán (4th)
Trail conditions at 24°C (74°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in March; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
With around 35 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Lake Atitlán at 8.8/10 (4th of 12), just behind February at 9.6/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lake Atitlán in March?
- In March, Lake Atitlán averages 24°C, 35 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Lake Atitlán?
- March earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lake Atitlán in March?
- Expect about 35 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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