Oaxaca, Mexico

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Oaxaca

Oaxaca, Mexico's culinary capital — mezcal, moles, Zapotec ruins and colourful crafts.

Updated: March 2026 · Open-Meteo · 10 years · 12 months compared · 17.06°N 96.73°W

FebruaryBest month

28°COptimal temperature

2%Rainy days

Quick decision

When to visit Oaxaca?

🌞 Best time overall

February

🌡️ Optimal temperature

11°C–28°C in February

🌧 Least rain

2% rainy days in February

🌧 Wettest month

September (70%)

📅 Best score

9.4/10

By trip type

Best time by type of trip

🍽️GastronomyYear-round — 7 moles, tlayudas, mezcal and chapulines.

💀Day of the DeadLate October–early November — cemeteries, altars and processions.

🏛️Monte AlbánOctober–April — Zapotec ruins at 2,500m, panoramic views.

🎨CraftsYear-round — alebrijes, rugs, barro negro and markets.

Monthly climate data

Oaxaca weather month by month

Month	Min °C	Max °C	Rainy days (%)	Precip. mm/d	Sun h/d	Score
☀️ January	11°C	26°C	2%	0.1	10.9h	9.0/10
☀️ February	11°C	28°C	2%	0.1	11.2h	9.4/10
☀️ March	14°C	30°C	6%	0.4	11.5h	8.8/10
☀️ April	15°C	31°C	16%	0.6	12.2h	8.4/10
🌤️ May	16°C	30°C	28%	1.9	12.4h	8.2/10
⛅ June	16°C	26°C	67%	6.1	11.4h	7.3/10
🌤️ July	14°C	26°C	59%	3.6	12.3h	7.6/10
⛅ August	14°C	26°C	67%	5.0	11.5h	7.3/10
🌧️ September	15°C	24°C	70%	5.9	10.9h	7.1/10
🌤️ October	14°C	25°C	38%	3.3	11.2h	7.8/10
☀️ November	12°C	26°C	8%	0.2	10.9h	8.9/10
☀️ December	11°C	26°C	2%	0.1	10.9h	9.0/10

Ideal Fair Challenging climate Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years

🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.

Seasonal breakdown

What to expect each season

🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Excellent time

Average 30°C, 17% rainy days, 12.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.5/10.

☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time

Average 26°C, 64% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.

🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time

Average 25°C, 39% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.

❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Excellent time

Average 27°C, 2% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 9.1/10.

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Monthly weather

Detailed weather by month

✍️ Our take

Best months in Oaxaca

January✅ Excellent · 26°C

January is honestly one of the best months to visit Oaxaca. You'll enjoy warm, sunny days perfect for exploring markets…

February✅ Excellent · 28°C

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December✅ Excellent · 26°C

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

February is ideal with 2% rainy days and 28°C.

September is the wettest month with 70% rainy days.

Yes, February is the best month with an average of 28°C.

In winter, the average score is 9.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.

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