Guatemala travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Guatemala with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Guatemala.

Guatemala travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Guatemala with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Guatemala - quick facts
Time difference UK -6 hours
Language(s) Spanish
Currency Guatemalan Quetzal
Electricity A + B plug (120V)
Driving side Right

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Guatemala weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
72°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Guatemala City72
75°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Guatemala City75
77°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Guatemala City77
79°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Guatemala City79
77°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Guatemala City77
73°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Guatemala City73
73°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Guatemala City73
75°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Guatemala City75
73°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Guatemala City73
72°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Guatemala City72
72°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Guatemala City72
72°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Guatemala City72
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
8 days with some rainfall in January in Guatemala City8
7 days with some rainfall in February in Guatemala City7
7 days with some rainfall in March in Guatemala City7
9 days with some rainfall in April in Guatemala City9
19 days with some rainfall in May in Guatemala City19
26 days with some rainfall in June in Guatemala City26
25 days with some rainfall in July in Guatemala City25
24 days with some rainfall in August in Guatemala City24
26 days with some rainfall in September in Guatemala City26
22 days with some rainfall in October in Guatemala City22
12 days with some rainfall in November in Guatemala City12
9 days with some rainfall in December in Guatemala City9

The Guatemala weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Guatemala City.

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Guatemala travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Guatemala from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Guatemala.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Guatemala travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Guatemala with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Guatemala, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Guatemala travel features

Do you want to learn more about Guatemala? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Guatemala.

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Guatemala FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Guatemala including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Guatemala?

Guatemala is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Guatemala.

Check out Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance, Guatemala for more information.

What is the time difference between Guatemala and the UK?

The time difference between Guatemala and the UK is UK time-6 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Guatemala?

The main language spoken in Guatemala is Spanish.

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What is the currency in Guatemala?

The currency in Guatemala is the Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ).

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Which plugs are used in Guatemala?

Guatemala uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Guatemala?

They drive on the right side of the road in Guatemala.

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