Volcán Santo TomásVolcán Santo Tomás at a Glance
About Volcán Santo Tomás
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.
Nearby Attractions to Volcán Santo Tomás
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 1° - 13° | 4° | 5 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 1° - 14° | 4° | 12 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 15° | 6° | 31 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 15° | 7° | 67 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 4° - 15° | 8° | 213 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 5° - 14° | 8° | 307 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 5° - 15° | 7° | 213 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 4° - 14° | 7° | 231 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 5° - 14° | 8° | 295 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 14° | 7° | 177 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 14° | 6° | 48 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 1° - 14° | 5° | 12 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
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.