Climate Insights for Hermosillo
Sonora, Mexico
Climate Overview
The climate in Hermosillo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 201 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 52 mm of rainfall. Hermosillo is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.The climate in Hermosillo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 7.9 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 2.1 in of rainfall. Hermosillo is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 47°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Hermosillo vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 40°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 16°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Hermosillo vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 103°F and an average of 90°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hermosillo is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 201 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 52 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 0 mm. That's 52 mm 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.Hermosillo is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 7.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 2 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 0 in. That's 2 in 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
Hermosillo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Hermosillo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Hermosillo is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 8 mm per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 40°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Hermosillo is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 103°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 Hermosillo 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 Hermosillo 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.