Month guide · Antigua · Guatemala
Antigua in September
What September is really like in Antigua: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
September is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 24°C (75°F), lows of 14°C (57°F), about 21 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. One of the wettest months, with heavy afternoon rain, but Independence celebrations bring torch runners and parades.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 24°C (75°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 21
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 8th-warmest month in Antigua: days average 24°C (75°F) against a yearly average high of 24°C (75°F), and nights fall to about 14°C (57°F). Rain falls on roughly 21 of its 30 days. Compared with August (24°C (75°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 23°C (73°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 05:51
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:04
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
Early rains (May–July). Afternoon storms begin, the hills turn green and prices fall; mornings remain good for sightseeing and hikes.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in March). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
- Independence Day — torch relays and school parades (14–15 September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Market · West side near the market
Municipal market and handicraft market
Monday, Thursday and Saturday are the busiest market days; bargain politely in the handicraft section, but not for food.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
- Free
- Photo spot
Experience · San Felipe de Jesús
Finca Filadelfia coffee tour
On the slopes above San Felipe de Jesús, this working estate leads tours through shaded coffee plants, wet mills, drying patios and roasting, ending with a tasting.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Food
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Kids
Museum · Centro around Parque Central
Casa Santo Domingo
Ask at reception for the museum circuit ticket; it also covers the satellite galleries the hotel runs in the same complex.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Art
- Rainy day
- Architecture
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Religious site · San Francisco and El Calvario
Iglesia de San Francisco
San Francisco el Grande holds the tomb of Santo Hermano Pedro de San José de Betancur, a 17th-century friar who cared for the poor and became Central America's first saint.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
What to pack
For highs near 24°C, lows near 14°C and 21 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Antigua?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, November–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Antigua in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Antigua?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. One of the wettest months, with heavy afternoon rain, but Independence celebrations bring torch runners and parades.
+How warm is Antigua in September?
Average highs are around 24°C (75°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Antigua in September?
Expect rain on about 21 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.