Volcán Jumaytepeque

Volcano

Volcanic cone in Guatemala's Santa Rosa Department; hikers visit for trails, regional landscapes and to study volcanic formations.

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Volcán Jumaytepeque essentials

Country: Guatemala
Driest months: Dec-Feb
Pay in: Quetzal (Q)
Language: Spanish
Emergency: 110

Volcán Jumaytepeque at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Volcán Jumaytepeque

Best in the dry season for trail access and safer footing on volcanic slopes.

Dry season
November-April · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Easier hiking and less mud on volcanic trails.
Wet season
May-October · 16-26°C (61-79°F)
Lush vegetation but slippery routes; expect afternoon showers.

Weather & Climate near Volcán Jumaytepeque

Climate

Volcán Jumaytepeque's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 12°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1558 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 77 Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 12° - 23° 17° 3 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
February - 12° - 24° 18° 6 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
March - 13° - 25° 19° 11 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
April - 14° - 25° 19° 48 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
May - 14° - 24° 19° 170 mm - - 1.8 m/s - -
June - 14° - 23° 18° 322 mm - - 1.7 m/s - -
July - 14° - 23° 18° 260 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
August - 14° - 23° 18° 226 mm - - 2.0 m/s - -
September - 14° - 23° 18° 294 mm - - 1.7 m/s - -
October - 14° - 22° 18° 181 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
November - 13° - 22° 18° 33 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
December - 12° - 23° 17° 4 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Volcán Jumaytepeque

Access from departmental roads in Santa Rosa; most visitors require a local guide or contact with community-based tourism operators to navigate rural tracks.

Tips for Visiting Volcán Jumaytepeque

  • Hire a local guide familiar with the terrain and weather; trails can be poorly marked.
  • Combine a visit with nearby volcanic sites in Santa Rosa department for context.