Volcán Siete Orejas
Volcano Volcanic massif and viewpoint in Quetzaltenango
A highland massif near Quetzaltenango, Volcán Siete Orejas offers cloud‑forest ridges, hiking routes and access to local highland villages-popular with birdwatchers and trekkers.
How to Get to Volcán Siete Orejas #
Access is typically from Quetzaltenango (Xela); local collectivos and tourist shuttles run to trailheads outside the city. Hiring a local guide is strongly recommended for navigation and weather planning.
Tips for Visiting Volcán Siete Orejas #
- Hire a local Maya guide from Quetzaltenango to navigate the footpaths and microclimates around the crater rim.
- Visit at dawn for views into the caldera and to catch cloud inversion over the surrounding valleys.
- Beware of rapidly changing weather-highland storms can roll in quickly and obscure routes.
Best Time to Visit Volcán Siete Orejas #
The dry months from November to April are best for hiking and clear views.
Weather & Climate near Volcán Siete Orejas #
Volcán Siete Orejas's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 1°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1567 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 1°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.
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February
February is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 1°C. Almost no rain.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (205 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (301 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (204 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (225 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (299 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.
