Oaxaca Weather in October 2026: what to expect (8.0/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in October

Autumn in Oaxaca is often underrated: 25.0°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 38.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (9.4/10) remains theoretically better.

October ranks 8 out of 12 months in Oaxaca. Compared to September: +2°F daytime, 32 pts fewer rainy days, +1.3h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in October

UV index

7 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

comfortable

13°

Daylight

11.6h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 25

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Is October the right month?

The best month in Oaxaca is February (9.4/10), 1.4 pt higher than October.

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Context

Our verdict

Oaxaca is the most culturally dense Mexico: Zapotec zones, artisanal mezcal, pre-Columbian markets still alive. At 4,900 ft altitude, the climate stays mild year-round.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Mexico

🗣️LanguageSpanish

💶CurrencyMexican Peso ($)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthApril · 88°F

❄️Coolest monthSeptember · 75°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 70%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr

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Location

Where is Oaxaca ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Mexico

Tropical climate with a 9.4 → 7.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

17.06°N · 96.73°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Oaxaca?

February is the best month with 82°F highs, 52°F lows, 8.6h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days. The months of February & January offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Oaxaca get in February?

Oaxaca averages 8.6 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.2/10.

What is the rainiest month in Oaxaca?

June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Oaxaca in February?

In February, overnight lows reach 52°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.

Is Oaxaca good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Oaxaca scores 8.9/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 9.2/10.

When should you avoid Oaxaca?

June is the most difficult month to visit Oaxaca, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Do you need sun protection in Oaxaca in October?

The average UV index reaches 7 in October in Oaxaca (high), with about 11.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.