Climate Insights for Socorro

The climate in Socorro is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 3424mm of precipitation falls per year. Socorro receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Socorro sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Socorro sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 24°C. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Socorro is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3424mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 285mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 456mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 93mm. That's 363mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Socorro is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

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 March at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 12°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.

The best time to visit Socorro is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 93mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 24°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 12°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

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.