San Cristóbal de las Casas, MexicoQuick decision
When to visit San Cristóbal de las Casas?
🌞 Best time overall
March
🌡️ Optimal temperature
52°F–72°F in March
🌧 Least rain
31% rainy days in March
🌧 Wettest month
June (89%)
📅 Best score
7.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Cloud forestNov–Mar — misty pine-oak forests, orchids, birding.
Tzotzil & Tzeltal cultureYear-round — indigenous villages, San Juan Chamula church.
Colonial centerYear-round — cobblestones, Santo Domingo church, amber market.
Chiapas cacao & coffeeNov–Apr — coffee plantations, chocolate workshops.
Monthly climate data
San Cristóbal de las Casas weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 48°F | 66°F | 21% | 0.0in | 10.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 50°F | 68°F | 21% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 52°F | 72°F | 31% | 0.0in | 11.5h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 52°F | 72°F | 47% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 54°F | 72°F | 74% | 0.3in | 12.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 55°F | 66°F | 89% | 0.6in | 9.9h | 4.4/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 54°F | 68°F | 72% | 0.3in | 11.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 54°F | 68°F | 81% | 0.5in | 11.0h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 54°F | 66°F | 89% | 0.5in | 9.8h | 4.5/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 54°F | 66°F | 73% | 0.3in | 10.5h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 52°F | 66°F | 49% | 0.1in | 10.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 50°F | 64°F | 27% | 0.0in | 10.7h | 7.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 22°F, 51% rainy days, 11.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 20°F, 81% rainy days, 10.9h sunshine/day. Score: 5.8/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 19°F, 70% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 5.9/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 19°F, 23% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
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FAQ
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March is ideal with 31% rainy days and 22°F.
June is the wettest month with 89% rainy days.
Yes, March is the best month with an average of 22°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.5/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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