Climate Insights for Santa Rita

Benjamín Hill, Sonora, Mexico

Hottest
June
38°C peak100°F peak
Coldest
January
7°C low45°F low
Wettest
August
75 mm rain3 in rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Santa Rita is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 273 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 75 mm of rainfall. Santa Rita 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Santa Rita is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 10.8 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 3 in of rainfall. Santa Rita 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 45°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 22°Average: 13°Min: 7°FebMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°MarMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 10°AprMax: 30°Average: 21°Min: 13°MayMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 16°JunMax: 38°Average: 30°Min: 22°JulMax: 37°Average: 30°Min: 25°AugMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 24°SepMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 22°OctMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 17°NovMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 12°DecMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°
Max
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 71°FAverage: 56°FMin: 45°FFebMax: 74°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 64°FMin: 51°FAprMax: 86°FAverage: 71°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 91°FAverage: 76°FMin: 61°FJunMax: 100°FAverage: 86°FMin: 72°FJulMax: 99°FAverage: 87°FMin: 77°FAugMax: 96°FAverage: 85°FMin: 76°FSepMax: 94°FAverage: 81°FMin: 71°FOctMax: 89°FAverage: 75°FMin: 63°FNovMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FDecMax: 73°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°F
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Temperatures in Santa Rita 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 38°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Santa Rita vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 100°F and an average of 86°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 56°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 14mmFebPrecipitation: 16mmMarPrecipitation: 9mmAprPrecipitation: 2mmMayPrecipitation: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 9mmJulPrecipitation: 47mmAugPrecipitation: 75mmSepPrecipitation: 52mmOctPrecipitation: 13mmNovPrecipitation: 15mmDecPrecipitation: 19mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.6inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inMarPrecipitation: 0.3inAprPrecipitation: 0.1inMayPrecipitation: 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.4inJulPrecipitation: 1.8inAugPrecipitation: 3inSepPrecipitation: 2inOctPrecipitation: 0.5inNovPrecipitation: 0.6inDecPrecipitation: 0.8in
Precipitation

Santa Rita is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 273 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 23 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 75 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 1 mm. That's 74 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.Santa Rita is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 10.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.9 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 0 in. That's 2.9 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Santa Rita 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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Santa Rita 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 April, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan13°56°F
Feb15°59°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr21°71°F
May25°76°F
Jun30°86°F
Jul30°87°F
Aug29°85°F
Sep27°81°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov18°65°F
Dec15°59°F

The best time to visit Santa Rita is during February, March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 9 mm per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 38°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Santa Rita is during February, March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 100°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 45°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 Santa Rita 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 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
7 °C45 °F
22 °C71 °F
10 km/h6 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
9 °C47 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
10 °C51 °F
26 °C79 °F
12 km/h7 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C56 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h8 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C61 °F
33 °C91 °F
12 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C72 °F
38 °C100 °F
12 km/h8 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
25 °C77 °F
37 °C99 °F
10 km/h6 mph
47 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
24 °C76 °F
36 °C96 °F
9 km/h5 mph
75 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C71 °F
34 °C94 °F
9 km/h6 mph
52 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C63 °F
31 °C89 °F
9 km/h6 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
12 °C54 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
9 °C48 °F
23 °C73 °F
9 km/h6 mph
19 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in