Climate Insights for Veracruz
Climate Overview
The climate in Veracruz is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,188 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 230 mm of rainfall. Veracruz is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.The climate in Veracruz is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 46.8 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 9.1 in of rainfall. Veracruz is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 63°F.
Temperature
Veracruz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 30°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Veracruz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 86°F. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Veracruz is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,188 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 230 mm of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 9 mm. That's 220 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.Veracruz is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 9.1 in of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.4 in. That's 8.7 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
Veracruz 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 February, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Veracruz 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 February, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Veracruz is during January, February, March, April, July, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 37 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Veracruz is during January, February, March, April, July, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. 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 Veracruz 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 Veracruz 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.