Climate Insights for Acatepec

The climate in Acatepec is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1784mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 450mm of rainfall. Acatepec is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Acatepec sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 36°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Acatepec is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1784mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 149mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 450mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3mm. That's 447mm less than September, 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.

Acatepec is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 7km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Acatepec, which began on March 20, 2026. Acatepec is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Acatepec is during December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 7mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 18°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Acatepec 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.