Climate Overview
The climate in Chignahuapan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 2178mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 426mm of rainfall. Chignahuapan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.
Temperature
Chignahuapan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 6°C to 23°C. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chignahuapan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2178mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 182mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 426mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 24mm. That's 402mm less than August, 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
Chignahuapan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
63 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Chignahuapan, which began on June 21, 2026. Chignahuapan is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in May at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 9 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 356mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 962mm across the season with a monthly average of 321mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 9 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 676mm across the season with a monthly average of 225mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 184mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chignahuapan 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.