Oaxaca weather and climate
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Overview
Oaxaca weather and climate
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
32 °C
Night
16 °C
Precipitation
82 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
13 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
54 %
Day
32 °C
Night
16 °C
Precipitation
82 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
13 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
54 %
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Weather overview for Oaxaca
Weather overview
Oaxaca (Mexico) is a place with a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 28 °C (83 °F) in January to 33 °C (91 °F) in April. Temperatures during the night go from 10 °C (50 °F) in January to 16 °C (61 °F) in September. The driest month is January with just 1 day of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is September with 14 days of rain.
January weather
The tourist season is taking place in Oaxaca. The day temperature reaches its minimum, with its value of 28 °C (83 °F), and the night temperature reaches its minimum as well, with its value being 10 °C (50 °F). The number of rainy days is on its minimum, with its value being 1 day, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum as well.
February weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Oaxaca, and the dry season is close to its peak too. The day temperature rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 30 °C (86 °F), and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed too, with its value of 11 °C (52 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, the value of this measure is 8 hours. The wind speed is on its maximum, with its value of 3.
March weather
There is pending tourist season in Oaxaca, and there is pending dry season as well in March. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 31 °C (88 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well. The humidity is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 48 %. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 2 days.
April weather
The tourist season continues in Oaxaca. The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, its value is 33 °C (91 °F), while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 14 °C (58 °F). The rainfall amount starts to rise, while the number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value being 4 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent.
May weather
The number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value being 8 days in Oaxaca, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 82 mm (3.22 in). The day temperature starts to descent, the value of this measure is 32 °C (89 °F), while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 16 °C (60 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value being 5 hours.
June weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 30 °C (85 °F) in Oaxaca. The rainfall amount is on its maximum, with its value being 153 mm (6.02 in), while the number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 14 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, with its value being 5 hours. The maximum of the day length is observable, the value of this measure is 13 hours.
July weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 29 °C (84 °F) in Oaxaca. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 12 days, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed too, its value is 121 mm (4.77 in).
August weather
The value of the day temperature is 29 °C (85 °F) in Oaxaca. The value of the number of rainy days is 12 days.
September weather
The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value being 14 days in Oaxaca, while the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value of 138 mm (5.45 in). The day temperature starts to descent, with its value of 29 °C (83 °F), while the maximum of the night temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 16 °C (61 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum, with its value of 4 hours. The humidity reaches its maximum in September.
October weather
The number of rainy days starts to descent, the value of this measure is 7 days in Oaxaca, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well, with its value of 62 mm (2.43 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, its value is 5 hours. The night temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value of 14 °C (58 °F).
November weather
The tourist season is about to start in Oaxaca, and the dry season is about to start as well in November. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 2 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, with its value of 14 mm (0.53 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 6 hours. The night temperature continues to descent, with its value being 12 °C (53 °F).
December weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Oaxaca, and there is pending dry season as well this month. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 2 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 11 °C (51 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
FAQs
Is there a dry season in January in Oaxaca?
Yes, there is a dry season in January in Oaxaca with just 1 day during the month being rainy.
Is February a good month to visit Oaxaca?
February is one of the best months to visit Oaxaca. The temperature during the day will be nice 30 °C (86 °F). You can expect just 1 day of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. The temperature of 11 °C (52 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in March in Oaxaca?
There are 2 days, which are rainy in March in Oaxaca, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.4 days of the week, or in general - 6 % days.
Is there a wet season in Oaxaca in April?
No, there is no wet season in April in Oaxaca - you can expect 4 days of rain during the month.
How windy is Oaxaca in May?
An average wind scale that can be expected in May in Oaxaca is 2. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
What level of humidity is to expect in June in Oaxaca?
Humidity in Oaxaca in June is 63 %.
What is the air temperature in September in Oaxaca at night?
The average night temperature in Oaxaca in September is 16 °C (61 °F). This temperature is pleasant for a wide range of evening, night, and morning activities from sports to sitting outside in restaurants or evening walks.
How many hours of sun to expect in Oaxaca in October?
There is an average length of sunshine of 5 hours per day in October in Oaxaca.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Oaxaca in November?
The average daily temperature in November in Oaxaca is 28 °C (83 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
Is it hot in Oaxaca in December?
In December in Oaxaca, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.