Guatemala in November
What Guatemala is like in November: weather, crowds, prices and the trips that work best that month.
4 min read · Updated 2026-08-01
Yes — November is one of Guatemala's strongest months. Tropical highland; mild all year at altitude, hot in the lowlands
Weather and crowds
Dry season: Clear volcano views and the most reliable weather. Green season: Afternoon rain, lush highlands, fewer visitors. Wettest: Heaviest rain and occasional landslides on rural roads. Peak weeks: Antigua's Easter processions — book far ahead.
What to do in November
Best suited to culture, backpacking, nature trips. Good bases this month: Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlán, Flores & Tikal.
Budget in this month
Plan on roughly $85 a day per person at mid-range (estimate, excluding flights).
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Where to go in Guatemala

Antigua Guatemala
Cobbled colonial capital framed by three volcanoes.
Explore Antigua GuatemalaLake Atitlán
Volcano-ringed lake with distinct Maya villages.
Explore Lake Atitlán
Flores & Tikal
Island town and the jungle temples of Tikal.
Explore Flores & Tikal
Guatemala City
The arrival hub, with museums and a modern dining zone.
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