Climate Insights for Socorro

The climate in Socorro is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 319mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Socorro sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Socorro has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. April is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 22°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Socorro is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 319mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 33mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 6mm. That's 26mm less than February, 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.

Socorro is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 8km/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 9km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.

It is currently summer in Socorro, which began on June 21, 2026. Socorro sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 16°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 17 days from now.

The best time to visit Socorro is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 27mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Socorro 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.