Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Puerto Quetzal is a major Pacific port on the southern coast of Guatemala and a common stop for cruise ships. The port is industrial, but it serves as a gateway to the country's top attractions. Visitors often take day trips to Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO listed colonial city with cobblestone streets, plazas, and historic churches. Another popular excursion is Pacaya Volcano, where you can hike across volcanic landscapes and see active lava flows. Nearby black sand beaches offer coastal views, seafood, and a glimpse of local life, making Puerto Quetzal a convenient starting point for exploring southern Guatemala.

Language: Spanish
Currency: Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ), US dollar (US$)

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala Weather
Temperature (Fahrenheit)
	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High	73	77	81	82	83	81	79	79	79	76	74	72
Low	53	54	57	58	60	61	60	60	60	60	57	55
Average	63	66	69	70	72	71	69	69	69	68	66	64
Temperature (Celsius)
	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High	23	25	27	28	28	27	26	26	26	24	23	22
Low	12	12	14	14	16	16	16	16	16	16	14	13
Average	17	19	21	21	22	22	21	21	21	20	19	18
Precipitation
	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Inches	0	0	1	1	6	11	8	8	9	7	1	0
Centimeters	0	0	3	3	15	28	20	20	23	18	3	0

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