Climate Insights for Arroyo Chico

Tepehuanes, Durango, Mexico

Hottest
June
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
January
0°C low32°F low
Wettest
July
179 mm rain7 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Arroyo Chico is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 697 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 179 mm of rainfall. Arroyo Chico is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Arroyo Chico is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 27.4 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 7 in of rainfall. Arroyo Chico is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 32°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 17°Average: 7°Min: 0°FebMax: 19°Average: 9°Min: 2°MarMax: 21°Average: 12°Min: 3°AprMax: 24°Average: 14°Min: 5°MayMax: 26°Average: 17°Min: 8°JunMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°JulMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°AugMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°SepMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 11°OctMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°NovMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 4°DecMax: 18°Average: 8°Min: 1°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 62°FAverage: 45°FMin: 32°FFebMax: 66°FAverage: 49°FMin: 35°FMarMax: 70°FAverage: 53°FMin: 37°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 58°FMin: 42°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 63°FMin: 47°FJunMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 55°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 68°FAverage: 52°FMin: 39°FDecMax: 64°FAverage: 47°FMin: 34°F
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Temperatures in Arroyo Chico vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Arroyo Chico vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 32°F and an average of 45°F. The average daily temperature swing is 28°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 1mmFebPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 1mmMarPrecipitation: 8mmSnow: 2mmAprPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 17mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 179mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 154mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 161mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 1mm
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0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 1inFebPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 1inAprPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 6.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 6.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 1in
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Arroyo Chico is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 697 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 58 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 179 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 8 mm. That's 171 mm less than July, 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 6cm annually. March is the snowiest month with approximately 2cm.Arroyo Chico is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 27.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 7 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 0.3 in. That's 6.7 in less than July, 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 2in annually. March is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 6km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 7km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Arroyo Chico is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 5km/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 8km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Arroyo Chico is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan7°45°F
Feb9°49°F
Mar12°53°F
Apr14°58°F
May17°63°F
Jun20°67°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep16°62°F
Oct15°58°F
Nov11°52°F
Dec8°47°F

The best time to visit Arroyo Chico is during May and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 44 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Arroyo Chico is during May and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 32°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 Arroyo Chico 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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 Arroyo Chico 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
0 °C32 °F
17 °C62 °F
8 km/h5 mph
9 mm0.4 in
1 cm1 in
Feb
2 °C35 °F
19 °C66 °F
9 km/h6 mph
14 mm0.5 in
1 cm0 in
Mar
3 °C37 °F
21 °C70 °F
10 km/h6 mph
8 mm0.3 in
2 cm1 in
Apr
5 °C42 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
8 °C47 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C55 °F
27 °C81 °F
7 km/h4 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
179 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
24 °C76 °F
6 km/h4 mph
154 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
23 °C73 °F
6 km/h3 mph
161 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
22 °C72 °F
6 km/h4 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
4 °C39 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h4 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
1 °C34 °F
18 °C64 °F
7 km/h5 mph
14 mm0.6 in
1 cm1 in