March weather forecast
Guatemala

March in Guatemala signifies the tail end of the dry season. Following the comfortable weather of February and preceding the transitional month of April, March offers low precipitation levels and slightly warmer temperatures, making it an optimal time for outdoor pursuits.

Temperatures during March typically range from 17°C (62.6°F) to 27°C (80.6°F) across the country, but variations exist due to Guatemala's geographical diversity. In Guatemala City, located in the highlands, the average temperature in March fluctuates from 14°C (57.2°F) to 25°C (77°F). Despite the warm days, nights in the highland regions continue to offer cooler conditions.

In the highland city of Antigua, March temperature patterns exhibit an average range from 12°C (53.6°F) to 24°C (75.2°F). The increase in temperature compared to the preceding months is evident, though nights remain relatively cool due to the city's elevation.

Conversely, Puerto Barrios, located along the coast, experiences warmer conditions, with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (69.8°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). Its low altitude and proximity to the sea continue to influence these warmer climate conditions.

Concerning precipitation, March remains relatively dry, with national averages hovering around 10mm (0.39"). This trend follows the consistently low rainfall of the preceding dry season months, January and February.

In comparison, March exhibits slightly warmer temperatures than the preceding month of February, with the increase typically not exceeding 1-2°C (28.4°F). As the country transitions into April, a noticeable increase in rainfall begins, signaling the impending onset of the rainy season. Despite this, the consistently low precipitation in March keeps it well within the bounds of the dry season.

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• Guatemala City - March »
  With an average relative humidity of 73.2%, March is the least humid month in Guatemala City. On the last day of March, in Guatemala City, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:14 CST.
• Mixco - March »
  March is the least humid month in Mixco with an average relative humidity of 69%. In Mixco in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Villa Nueva - March »
  March is the least humid month in Villa Nueva with an average relative humidity of 69%. In Villa Nueva in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Quetzaltenango - March »
  On the first day of March in Quetzaltenango, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:14. March is the least humid month in Quetzaltenango, with an average relative humidity of 69%.
• Escuintla - March »
  
• San Juan Sacatepéquez - March »
  The least humid month in San Juan Sacatepéquez is March, with an average relative humidity of 69%. San Juan Sacatepéquez commences March with an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month.
• Villa Canales - March »
  On the first day of March in Villa Canales sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:10. Villa Canales's weather in March indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), nearly consistent with the 27°C (80.6°F) of February.
• Chinautla - March »
  Leading into warmer months, March in Chinautla exhibits a more pronounced ramp up in temperatures, especially with lows rebounding to 15°C (59°F), and rainfall increasing to 5mm (0.2"). The start of March in Chinautla sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing little difference from February's 26.8°C (80.2°F).
• Chimaltenango - March »
  The least humid month in Chimaltenango is March, with an average relative humidity of 69%. In Chimaltenango in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Amatitlán - March »
  In Amatitlán in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. The least humid month in Amatitlán is March, with an average relative humidity of 69%.
• Puerto Barrios - March »
  In Puerto Barrios in March, during 20.5 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the highest UV index in Puerto Barrios are March through June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa - March »
  With an average relative humidity of 61%, March is the least humid month in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala. While the humidity takes a slight dip, the sunny disposition prevails, making March a delightful month in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa.