Volcán Santo Tomás
Volcano Stratovolcano in Guatemala's Sierra Madre range
Volcán Santo Tomás is an accessible Guatemalan volcano frequented by hikers and local guides; visitors head for day‑long climbs, panoramic highland views and contact with nearby mountain communities.
Volcán Santo Tomás is a volcanic feature located in Guatemala. It forms part of the country’s complex volcanic landscape.
The site is a mountain-volcano terrain that is visited by hikers and those studying Guatemala’s volcanism. Specific visitor facilities and services depend on the local access routes and settlement pattern.
As with many volcanic features in Guatemala, Santo Tomás is part of the region’s volcanic chain formed by subduction-related volcanism; detailed eruption history and activity status vary by individual volcano and are recorded in specialized geological sources.
The volcano is located within the national territory of Guatemala at the coordinates provided.
How to Get to Volcán Santo Tomás #
Volcán Santo Tomás is in the highlands of Guatemala; access is typically from nearby towns such as Quetzaltenango or Huehuetenango depending on the chosen approach. Travel involves regional roads and local guides for safe mountain access.
Tips for Visiting Volcán Santo Tomás #
- Ascents require local guide knowledge-routes can be steep and trailhead signage is limited.
- Check regional seismic and volcanic advisories-local authorities post updates if conditions change.
- Plan climbs in dry months to avoid slippery volcanic scree; afternoons can bring storms.
Best Time to Visit Volcán Santo Tomás #
Best visited during the region's drier months for safer trekking and clearer skies; always check local conditions beforehand.
Weather & Climate near Volcán Santo Tomás #
Volcán Santo Tomás's climate is classified as Cold Subtropical Highland - Cold Subtropical Highland climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 1°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1611 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.
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February
February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (213 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (307 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (213 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (231 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (295 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (177 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.
