Nomad Watch

About Cobán

Cobán, Guatemala 🌿 is a cool, lush mountain city with a relaxed pace and lower cost of living—great for nomads seeking nature and quiet focus. ☕ Internet and coworking options can be more limited than in bigger cities, but cafés and local guesthouses often work well. Best for remote workers who value waterfalls, clouds, and an off-the-beaten-path vibe. 🌦️💻

Through the year

Best in May (61) · now 57
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 240 mm Feb: 231 mm Mar: 182 mm Apr: 126 mm May: 170 mm Jun: 405 mm Jul: 291 mm Aug: 288 mm Sep: 396 mm Oct: 337 mm Nov: 383 mm Dec: 255 mm Jan: 20°C / 12°C Feb: 21°C / 12°C Mar: 23°C / 13°C Apr: 24°C / 14°C May: 26°C / 16°C Jun: 24°C / 16°C Jul: 23°C / 15°C Aug: 23°C / 15°C Sep: 23°C / 15°C Oct: 22°C / 15°C Nov: 20°C / 14°C Dec: 19°C / 13°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 7.7
Internet Speed 5.5
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.2
Safety 6.3
Accommodation Cost 7.6
Weather 6.0
Racial Tolerance 6.3
Female Friendly 5.7
Updated 4 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Cobán
ItemCost
Coworking Space $196.88 per month
Coffee $1.31 per cup
Beer $1.97 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $4.59 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $32.81 per month
Mobile Plan $13.13 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $45.94 per month
Apartment (1 bedroom) $367.51 per month

Other cities in Guatemala

Other cities in Guatemala
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Antigua $2,447 6.7 Compare
2 Lake Atitlán $2,160 6.2 Compare
3 San Pedro La Laguna $1,968 6.1 Compare
4 Xela $1,997 6.1 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Guatemala City GT Guatemala $2,780 5.8 Compare
2 Semuc Champey GT Guatemala $1,326 4.5 Compare
3 Panajachel GT Guatemala $2,173 5.9 Compare
4 Lanquin GT Guatemala $1,156 4.6 Compare

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