Volcán Siete OrejasThings to Do
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Volcán Siete Orejas
The dry months from November to April are best for hiking and clear views.
Dry season
November-April · 5-20°C (41-68°F) depending on elevation
Clearest hiking conditions and the best window for panoramic views across highland valleys.
Rainy season
May-October · 7-18°C (45-64°F)
Greener trails and misted ridges but higher chance of downpours and washed-out paths.
Weather & Climate near Volcán Siete Orejas
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 74
Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
18°
Warmest Month
1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 1° - 16° | 6° | 4 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 1° - 17° | 7° | 9 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 18° | 8° | 24 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 4° - 18° | 11° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 5° - 17° | 11° | 205 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 6° - 16° | 11° | 301 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 6° - 16° | 11° | 204 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 5° - 16° | 11° | 225 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 6° - 15° | 11° | 299 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 5° - 16° | 10° | 179 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 16° | 8° | 42 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 1° - 16° | 6° | 12 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.