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About Quetzaltenango

Quetzaltenango (Xela) is a great pick for digital nomads seeking cooler weather, affordable living, and authentic Guatemalan culture. 🏔️☕ It has a growing expat scene, cozy cafés, and decent coworking options. Internet can vary, but it’s a good base for focused work with a more local, less touristy vibe. 🌍💻

Through the year

Best in May (51) · now 48
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 49 mm Feb: 58 mm Mar: 109 mm Apr: 192 mm May: 279 mm Jun: 469 mm Jul: 205 mm Aug: 261 mm Sep: 364 mm Oct: 254 mm Nov: 102 mm Dec: 46 mm Jan: 18°C / 7°C Feb: 18°C / 8°C Mar: 19°C / 8°C Apr: 18°C / 9°C May: 18°C / 10°C Jun: 18°C / 11°C Jul: 18°C / 10°C Aug: 18°C / 10°C Sep: 18°C / 10°C Oct: 18°C / 10°C Nov: 18°C / 9°C Dec: 18°C / 7°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 7.8
Digital Nomad Popularity 4.7
Internet Speed 6.5
Safety 6.5
Accommodation Cost 7.8
Weather 6.6
Nomad Friendly 6.4
Female Friendly 6.1
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Quetzaltenango
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $411.06 per month
Coworking Space $137.02 per month
Coffee $2.87 per cup
Beer $2.35 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $5.87 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $32.62 per month
Mobile Plan $19.57 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $49.59 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 Xela GT Guatemala $1,997 6.1 Compare
2 San Marcos La Laguna GT Guatemala $2,007 5.6 Compare
3 San Pedro La Laguna GT Guatemala $1,968 6.1 Compare
4 Lake Atitlán GT Guatemala $2,160 6.2 Compare

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