Guatemala Forest Area
Forest area as % of land area AG.LND.FRST.ZS
Guatemala's forest area was 32.38% in 2025, ranked 105th globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Guatemala's forest area stood at 32.38% in 2025, a decline of +0.22% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 32.38% by 2025. Guatemala ranked 105th globally.
Guatemala's forest area has experienced a significant decline over the past 35 years, with the latest data from the World Bank showing a forest area of 32.38 in 2025, ranking 105 globally. This represents a decrease from the all-time peak of 44.62 in 1990, indicating a reduction of approximately 27.4% in forest cover. A comparison with peer countries reveals that Guatemala's forest area is now smaller than that of Switzerland, which has a forest area of 32.56. The decline in Guatemala's forest area is a concerning trend, with implications for the country's biodiversity, soil quality, and climate regulation. If left unchecked, this trend is likely to continue, with potential long-term consequences for Guatemala's ecosystem and economic development. A change in land-use policies and increased investment in reforestation efforts could potentially alter this trajectory and help stabilize Guatemala's forest area.
Data & projection
| Year | Forest Area | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 32.27% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 32.38% | - | - |
| 2025 | 32.38% | −0.22% | #105 |
| 2023 | 32.60% | −0.11% | #101 |
| 2022 | 32.70% | −0.11% | #101 |
| 2021 | 32.81% | −0.11% | #100 |
| 2020 | 32.92% | −0.11% | #100 |
| 2019 | 33.03% | −0.11% | #100 |
| 2018 | 33.14% | −0.11% | #100 |
| 2017 | 33.25% | −0.11% | #100 |
| 2016 | 33.35% | −0.11% | #98 |
| 2015 | 33.46% | −0.26% | #98 |
| 2014 | 33.72% | −0.26% | #98 |
| 2013 | 33.97% | −0.26% | #96 |
| 2012 | 34.23% | −0.26% | #94 |
| 2011 | 34.48% | −0.26% | #90 |
| 2010 | 34.74% | −0.45% | #89 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Guatemala matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw forest area improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Guatemala's forest area was 32.38% in 2025. Ranked 105th globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from the previous year.
Guatemala's forest area peaked at 44.62% in 1990.
The lowest forest area in Guatemala was 32.38% in 2025.
Guatemala ranks 105th globally in forest area as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is AG.LND.FRST.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Guatemala's forest area is projected to reach 32.38% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The forest area of Guatemala in 2025 was 32.38%. This ranks 105th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_guatemala_forest-area,
title = {Guatemala Forest Area},
url = {https://historysaid.com/guatemala/forest-area/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}