Monterrico, Guatemala: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Monterrico, Guatemala? If you're planning to go to Monterrico, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Monterrico, Guatemala

Based on the climate and weather in Monterrico, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Monterrico, Guatemala

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Monterrico, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Monterrico, Guatemala by month

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January

If you go to Monterrico in January, you will notice that it can be very hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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February

February here can be sweltering, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.

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March

If you go to Monterrico in March, you will notice that it is really hot, extremely hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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April

April in Monterrico is constantly hot, extremely hazy and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.

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May

If you vacation in Monterrico during May, you may see that it is constantly hot, somewhat stormy and extremely hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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June

June is consistently hot, somewhat rainy and very stormy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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July

If you are traveling to Monterrico in July, you will notice that it is consistently hot, somewhat rainy and very stormy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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August

In August, Monterrico can be very hot, somewhat rainy and very stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Monterrico, with several of the days of the month having rain. In August, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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September

If you vacation in Monterrico during September, you might notice that it is really hot, somewhat rainy and very stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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October

If you visit Monterrico during October, you will probably see that it is extremely hot and very stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally around 70 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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November

If you are traveling to Monterrico in November, you will notice that it is consistently hot and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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December

If you visit Monterrico during December, you are likely to find that it can be very hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally around 60 during the day.

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Activities for Monterrico, Guatemala

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Monterrico.

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