Climate Insights for Acapulco
Greater Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Acapulco is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,249 mm of precipitation falls per year. Acapulco receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Acapulco is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, March, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.The climate in Acapulco is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 49.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Acapulco receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Acapulco is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, March, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 63°F.
Temperature
Acapulco sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Acapulco sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 87°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 69°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Acapulco is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,249 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 191 mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 34 mm. That's 157 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Acapulco is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 7.5 in of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 1.3 in. That's 6.2 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Acapulco is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Acapulco is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Acapulco is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 47 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Acapulco is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 87°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Acapulco based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Acapulco based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.