Climate Insights for Alotepec

Santa María Alotepec, Estado de Oaxaca, Mexico

Hottest
May
31°C peak
Coldest
January
15°C low
Wettest
June
357mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alotepec is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 2187mm of precipitation falls per year. Alotepec receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alotepec is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 15° Feb Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Mar Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Apr Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Aug Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Sep Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Oct Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Dec Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15°
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Average
Min

Alotepec sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 31°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 116mm Feb Precipitation: 84mm Mar Precipitation: 62mm Apr Precipitation: 52mm May Precipitation: 95mm Jun Precipitation: 357mm Jul Precipitation: 234mm Aug Precipitation: 288mm Sep Precipitation: 321mm Oct Precipitation: 312mm Nov Precipitation: 158mm Dec Precipitation: 110mm
Precipitation

Alotepec is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2187mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 182mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 357mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 52mm. That's 305mm less than June, 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Alotepec 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 February, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Alotepec, which began on March 20, 2026. Alotepec 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 May at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 208mm for the season, averaging 69mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 878mm across the season with a monthly average of 293mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 791mm across the season with a monthly average of 264mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 310mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 18°
Feb 20°
Mar 22°
Apr 24°
May 26°
Jun 25°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 24°
Oct 23°
Nov 21°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Alotepec is during February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 66mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 15°C. 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 Alotepec 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C
23 °C
11 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
17 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
95 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
357 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
234 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
288 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
321 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
312 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
25 °C
10 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
24 °C
10 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
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