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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
82°FOptimal temperature
2%Rainy days
Quick decision

When to visit Oaxaca?

🌞 Best time overall
February
🌡️ Optimal temperature
52°F–82°F 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

MonthMin °FMax °FRainy days (%)Precip. in/dSun h/dScore
☀️ January52°F79°F2%0.0in10.9h9.0/10
☀️ February52°F82°F2%0.0in11.2h9.4/10
☀️ March57°F86°F6%0.0in11.5h8.8/10
☀️ April59°F88°F16%0.0in12.2h8.4/10
🌤️ May61°F86°F28%0.1in12.4h8.2/10
⛅ June61°F79°F67%0.2in11.4h7.3/10
🌤️ July57°F79°F59%0.1in12.3h7.6/10
⛅ August57°F79°F67%0.2in11.5h7.3/10
🌧️ September59°F75°F70%0.2in10.9h7.1/10
🌤️ October57°F77°F38%0.1in11.2h7.8/10
☀️ November54°F79°F8%0.0in10.9h8.9/10
☀️ December52°F79°F2%0.0in10.9h9.0/10
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°F, 17% rainy days, 12.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.5/10.

☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time

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

🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time

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

❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Excellent time

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

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✍️ Our take

Best months in Oaxaca

January✅ Excellent · 79°F

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

February✅ Excellent · 82°F

February is genuinely one of the best months to visit Oaxaca—think warm, sunny days perfect for exploring colonial…

December✅ Excellent · 79°F

December in Oaxaca is absolutely perfect—think crisp mornings around 11°C warming to balmy afternoons near 26°C, with…

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

February is ideal with 2% rainy days and 28°F.
September is the wettest month with 70% rainy days.
Yes, February is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 9.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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