Central Highlands, Guatemala: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Central Highlands, Guatemala? If you're planning to go to Central Highlands, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Central Highlands
- Important essentials for Central Highlands
- Activities for Central Highlands
- Central Highlands in January: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in February: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in March: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in April: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in May: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in June: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in July: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in August: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in September: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in October: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in November: weather and what to pack
- Central Highlands in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Central Highlands, Guatemala
Based on the climate and weather in Central Highlands, the best time to go is March. See below for details.
Important essentials for Central Highlands, Guatemala
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Central Highlands, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
Travel insurance
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Central Highlands. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one works in most places, but check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Airplane or car necessities
What to wear/what to pack for Central Highlands, Guatemala by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in this region is mild. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
February
February here is mild. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
March
March in Central Highlands is mild. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
April
April here is balmy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
May
May here is warm. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
June
If you go to Central Highlands in June, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Extra socks
July
If you go to Central Highlands in July, you will notice that it is mild. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
August
August is balmy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
September
September for Central Highlands is mild. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
October
If you are traveling to Central Highlands in October, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
November
November for Central Highlands is mild. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Activities for Central Highlands, Guatemala
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Central Highlands.
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