Climate Insights for Zapotes
Otáez, Durango, Mexico
Climate Overview
The climate in Zapotes is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 954 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 308 mm of rainfall. Zapotes is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, October. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.The climate in Zapotes is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 37.6 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 12.1 in of rainfall. Zapotes is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, October. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 40°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Zapotes vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Zapotes vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Zapotes is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 954 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 79 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 308 mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 3 mm. That's 306 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.Zapotes is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 37.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.1 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 12.1 in of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 0.1 in. That's 12 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
Zapotes is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.Zapotes 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 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zapotes is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 14 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Zapotes is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 40°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 Zapotes 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 Zapotes 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.