Guatemala

Heat Vulnerability Dashboard & Data Analysis

Overview

The ThinkHazard database classifies Guatemala's extreme heat hazard as high, meaning prolonged exposure to dangerous temperatures is expected at least once in the next five years. Heat affects a variety of sectors—including health, energy, transport and agriculture—and disproportionately impacts urban populations and outdoor workers. In 2024 temperatures above 100 °F triggered forest fires, prompting the Guatemala Red Cross to provide hygiene kits and cash assistance.

High

Heat Hazard Level

100°F+

Peak Temperatures (2024)

Urban

Most Vulnerable Areas

Interactive Heat Stress Maps

Explore heat stress conditions across Guatemala at different activity levels. Hover over the maps to see exact values, zoom and pan to explore different regions.

MET Levels: Resting (100 W/m²), Light Work (180 W/m²), Moderate Work (250 W/m²), Heavy Labor (350 W/m²)

Temperature & Heat Index Data

📊 Monthly Temperature Trends

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📈 Heat Index Distribution

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Vulnerable Populations

👥 Population Analysis

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Health Impact Data

Forest fires triggered by extreme heat in 2024 required emergency response from the Guatemala Red Cross. This section can include data on heat-related health incidents, emergency room visits, and other health impacts.

🏥 Health Impact Visualization

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Live Heat Dashboard

About This Dashboard

Temperature and apparent temperature data from ERA5 reanalysis (1960–present) via the Open-Meteo API. Climate projections use CMIP6 HighResMIP models. Heat index computed client-side (NWS/Steadman).