# Climate Insights for Lázaro Cárdenas

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/mx/lazaro-cardenas/0562191204): Apozol, Estado de Baja California, Mexico*

The climate in Lázaro Cárdenas is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 173mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 32mm of rainfall. Lázaro Cárdenas is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, August, October. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** September (peak 24°C)
- **Coldest month:** February (low 12°C)
- **Wettest month:** December (32 mm)
- **Best time to visit:** April, May, June

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lázaro Cárdenas 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 | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | 12 | 17 | 14 | 31 | 12 | 0 |
| Feb | 12 | 17 | 14 | 27 | 14 | 0 |
| Mar | 12 | 17 | 15 | 29 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr | 13 | 18 | 15 | 7 | 19 | 0 |
| May | 14 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 20 | 0 |
| Jun | 15 | 20 | 17 | 2 | 18 | 0 |
| Jul | 18 | 22 | 20 | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| Aug | 19 | 24 | 21 | 7 | 17 | 0 |
| Sep (current) | 19 | 24 | 21 | 8 | 17 | 0 |
| Oct | 17 | 22 | 19 | 9 | 14 | 0 |
| Nov | 15 | 20 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 13 | 18 | 15 | 32 | 12 | 0 |

## Temperature

Lázaro Cárdenas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 24°C. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 21°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 14°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

Lázaro Cárdenas is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 173mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 32mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1mm. That's 31mm less than December, 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

Lázaro Cárdenas is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 13km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.

## Seasons

Currently it is **summer** (astronomical) / **fall** (meteorological) in Lázaro Cárdenas.
Autumn begins September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | March 20 |
| Summer | June 21 |
| Autumn | September 23 |
| Winter | December 21 |

It is currently summer in Lázaro Cárdenas, which began on June 21, 2026. Lázaro Cárdenas 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 September at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 12°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 18°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 10mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 33mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

### Winter

Temperatures range from 12 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

## Best time to visit

Recommended months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.

The best time to visit Lázaro Cárdenas is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 10mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 12°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.