Climate Insights for Altamira

Linares, Nuevo León, Mexico

Hottest
August
38°C peak101°F peak
Coldest
January
11°C low52°F low
Wettest
September
112 mm rain4.4 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Altamira is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 592 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 112 mm of rainfall. Altamira is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.The climate in Altamira is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 23.3 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 4.4 in of rainfall. Altamira is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 52°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 11°FebMax: 28°Average: 19°Min: 14°MarMax: 32°Average: 24°Min: 18°AprMax: 34°Average: 26°Min: 21°MayMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 24°JunMax: 37°Average: 30°Min: 25°JulMax: 38°Average: 31°Min: 26°AugMax: 38°Average: 31°Min: 26°SepMax: 34°Average: 29°Min: 24°OctMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°NovMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°DecMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 13°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 67°FMin: 57°FMarMax: 89°FAverage: 75°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 93°FAverage: 79°FMin: 69°FMayMax: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 75°FJunMax: 98°FAverage: 87°FMin: 78°FJulMax: 100°FAverage: 88°FMin: 78°FAugMax: 101°FAverage: 89°FMin: 79°FSepMax: 94°FAverage: 83°FMin: 75°FOctMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 68°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°F
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Temperatures in Altamira vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Altamira vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 101°F and an average of 89°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 52°F and an average of 62°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 19mmFebPrecipitation: 15mmMarPrecipitation: 31mmAprPrecipitation: 46mmMayPrecipitation: 80mmJunPrecipitation: 77mmJulPrecipitation: 70mmAugPrecipitation: 39mmSepPrecipitation: 112mmOctPrecipitation: 51mmNovPrecipitation: 33mmDecPrecipitation: 20mm
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0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.7inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inMarPrecipitation: 1.2inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inMayPrecipitation: 3.2inJunPrecipitation: 3inJulPrecipitation: 2.7inAugPrecipitation: 1.5inSepPrecipitation: 4.4inOctPrecipitation: 2inNovPrecipitation: 1.3inDecPrecipitation: 0.8in
Precipitation

Altamira is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 592 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 112 mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 15 mm. That's 97 mm 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.Altamira is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 3.8 in 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 17km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 11mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Altamira is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 12km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Altamira is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan16°62°F
Feb19°67°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr26°79°F
May29°85°F
Jun30°87°F
Jul31°88°F
Aug31°89°F
Sep29°83°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov21°69°F
Dec18°65°F

The best time to visit Altamira is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 28 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 38°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Altamira is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 101°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Altamira 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 Altamira 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
11 °C52 °F
24 °C76 °F
12 km/h7 mph
19 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
14 °C57 °F
28 °C82 °F
12 km/h8 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
32 °C89 °F
14 km/h9 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C69 °F
34 °C93 °F
15 km/h9 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
24 °C75 °F
36 °C97 °F
15 km/h9 mph
80 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
25 °C78 °F
37 °C98 °F
15 km/h9 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
26 °C78 °F
38 °C100 °F
17 km/h11 mph
70 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C79 °F
38 °C101 °F
15 km/h9 mph
39 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
24 °C75 °F
34 °C94 °F
11 km/h7 mph
112 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C68 °F
31 °C88 °F
11 km/h7 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C61 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C56 °F
25 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in