Climate Insights for Cotija de la Paz

Jalpa, Estado de Michoacán de Ocampo, Mexico

Hottest
May
30°C peak
Coldest
January
10°C low
Wettest
August
327mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cotija de la Paz is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1359mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 327mm of rainfall. Cotija de la Paz 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Feb Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 11° Mar Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° Apr Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° May Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 16° Jun Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jul Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Aug Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Sep Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Oct Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Nov Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 13° Dec Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Cotija de la Paz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 30°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 6mm Feb Precipitation: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 21mm Apr Precipitation: 4mm May Precipitation: 52mm Jun Precipitation: 221mm Jul Precipitation: 285mm Aug Precipitation: 327mm Sep Precipitation: 271mm Oct Precipitation: 123mm Nov Precipitation: 24mm Dec Precipitation: 14mm
Precipitation

Cotija de la Paz is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1359mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 327mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 4mm. That's 323mm less than August, 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: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Cotija de la Paz 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 April, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 7km/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, 13km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

88 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Cotija de la Paz, which began on March 20, 2026. Cotija de la Paz 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 10°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 78mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 833mm across the season with a monthly average of 278mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 419mm across the season with a monthly average of 140mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 29mm for the entire season. 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 17°
Feb 18°
Mar 20°
Apr 22°
May 23°
Jun 21°
Jul 20°
Aug 20°
Sep 20°
Oct 20°
Nov 19°
Dec 17°

The best time to visit Cotija de la Paz is during January, February, March, April, May, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 19mm per month. 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 Cotija de la Paz 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
10 °C
24 °C
11 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
26 °C
11 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
13 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
221 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
285 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
327 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
271 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
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