Climate Insights for Zapotán
Coahuayana, Michoacán, Mexico
Climate Overview
The climate in Zapotán is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,764 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 422 mm of rainfall. Zapotán is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, July, April. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.The climate in Zapotán is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 69.5 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 16.6 in of rainfall. Zapotán is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, July, April. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 61°F.
Temperature
Zapotán sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 31°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Zapotán sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 61°F to 87°F. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Zapotán is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,764 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 147 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 422 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 0 mm. That's 422 mm less than September, 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.Zapotán is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 69.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.8 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 16.6 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 0 in. That's 16.6 in less than September, 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
Zapotán 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 April, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Zapotán 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 April, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zapotán is during January, February, March, April, May, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 16 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Zapotán is during January, February, March, April, May, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. 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 Zapotán 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 Zapotán 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.