Climate Insights for Chihuahua

The climate in Chihuahua is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 703mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 195mm of rainfall. Chihuahua 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.

Chihuahua sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 33°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Chihuahua is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 703mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 195mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 6mm. That's 189mm 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.

Chihuahua 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 March, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Chihuahua, which began on March 20, 2026. Chihuahua 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.

The best time to visit Chihuahua is during January, February, March, July, August, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 26mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chihuahua 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.