Climate Insights for Zapotal
Zentla, Veracruz, Mexico
Climate Overview
The climate in Zapotal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,750 mm of precipitation falls per year. Zapotal receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zapotal is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in Zapotal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 68.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Zapotal receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zapotal is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 59°F.
Temperature
Zapotal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 32°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Zapotal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 90°F. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 67°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Zapotal is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,750 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 146 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 312 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 42 mm. That's 270 mm less than June, 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.Zapotal is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 68.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 12.3 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.7 in. That's 10.6 in less than June, 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
Zapotal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Zapotal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zapotal is during January, February, March, April and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 57 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Zapotal is during January, February, March, April and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°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 Zapotal 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 Zapotal 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.