Climate Insights for Zapotitlán
Tatahuicapan de Juárez, Veracruz, Mexico
Climate Overview
The climate in Zapotitlán is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,057 mm of precipitation falls per year. Zapotitlán receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zapotitlán is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.The climate in Zapotitlán is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 81 in of precipitation falls per year. Zapotitlán receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zapotitlán is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 69°F.
Temperature
Zapotitlán has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.Zapotitlán has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Zapotitlán is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,057 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 171 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 322 mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 33 mm. That's 289 mm less than October, 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.Zapotitlán is a very wet location, receiving approximately 81 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.7 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 12.7 in of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1.3 in. That's 11.4 in less than October, 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
Zapotitlán is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Zapotitlán is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, 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 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zapotitlán is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 56 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 21°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Zapotitlán is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 87°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 69°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 Zapotitlán 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 Zapotitlán 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.