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 »
  March is the least humid month with an average relative humidity of 73.2%. The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 73.2%.
• Mixco - March »
  In Mixco, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. With an average relative humidity of 69%, March is the least humid month in Mixco.
• Villa Nueva - March »
  On the first day of March in Villa Nueva sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:10. March is the least humid month in Villa Nueva with an average relative humidity of 69%.
• Quetzaltenango - March »
  In Quetzaltenango during March, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. The least humid month in Quetzaltenango is March, with an average relative humidity of 69%.
• Escuintla - March »
  March is the least humid month in Escuintla with an average relative humidity of 61%. Escuintla's temperature records reveal March as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and lows of 18.6°C (65.5°F).
• San Juan Sacatepéquez - March »
  On the first day of March in San Juan Sacatepéquez sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:10. In San Juan Sacatepéquez in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation.
• Villa Canales - March »
  In March, Villa Canales experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 27°C (80.6°F) in February to a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F). What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Villa Canales?
• Chinautla - March »
  On the first day of March in Chinautla sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:09. 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").
• Chimaltenango - March »
  With an average relative humidity of 69%, March is the least humid month in Chimaltenango, Guatemala. Chimaltenango transitions into March recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature.
• Amatitlán - March »
  Amatitlán greets March with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. The least humid month in Amatitlán is March, with an average relative humidity of 69%.
• Puerto Barrios - March »
  On the first day of March in Puerto Barrios sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:01. In Puerto Barrios, Guatemala, in March, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation.
• Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa - March »
  The least humid month in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is March, with an average relative humidity of 61%. While the humidity takes a slight dip, the sunny disposition prevails, making March a delightful month in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa.