Climate Insights for Sierra Alta
Riva Palacio, Chihuahua, Mexico
Climate Overview
The climate in Sierra Alta is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 457 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 130 mm of rainfall. Sierra Alta is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, July. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Sierra Alta is temperate. The average annual temperature is 61°F and approximately 18 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 5.1 in of rainfall. Sierra Alta is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, July. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 33°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sierra Alta vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sierra Alta vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 33°F and an average of 45°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sierra Alta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 457 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 130 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 5 mm. That's 125 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 6cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.Sierra Alta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.2 in. That's 4.9 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 2in annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.
Wind
Sierra Alta 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 March, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 6km/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 11km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Sierra Alta 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 March, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Sierra Alta is during April, May, June, July, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 46 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Sierra Alta is during April, May, June, July, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 33°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 Sierra Alta 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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 Sierra Alta 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.