Climate Insights for Santa Rita del Sotol
Cedral, San Luis Potosí, Mexico
Climate Overview
The climate in Santa Rita del Sotol is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 354 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 69 mm of rainfall. Santa Rita del Sotol is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, April. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.The climate in Santa Rita del Sotol is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 13.9 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 2.7 in of rainfall. Santa Rita del Sotol is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, April. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 43°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Santa Rita del Sotol vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Santa Rita del Sotol vary considerably across the year, with a 43°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 43°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Santa Rita del Sotol is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 354 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 69 mm of rainfall. September and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 10 mm. That's 58 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.Santa Rita del Sotol is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 13.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.1 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 2.7 in of rainfall. September and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.4 in. That's 2.3 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.
Wind
Santa Rita del Sotol is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Santa Rita del Sotol is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 6mph, 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 Santa Rita del Sotol is during February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 33 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Santa Rita del Sotol is during February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 43°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 Santa Rita del Sotol 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 Santa Rita del Sotol 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.