Climate of Baja California, Mexico
Area-weighted average across Baja California. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Baja California, a subdivision of Mexico, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 12.4°C / 54.3°F in January to 25.7°C / 78.3°F in August, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 27 mm / 1.1 in depending on the season (174 mm / 6.9 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.4°C54.3°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| February | 13.2°C55.8°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| March | 14.3°C57.7°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 16.2°C61.2°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.6°C65.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 21.9°C71.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 25.2°C77.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| August | 25.7°C78.3°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 23.9°C75°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 20.1°C68.2°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 15.8°C60.4°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 12.8°C55°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Baja California?
The best months to visit Baja California, Mexico for sunny, dry weather are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 25.7°C / 78.3°F, and the driest is June with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Baja California?
Baja California, Mexico has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 12.4°C / 54.3°F in January to 25.7°C / 78.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 174 mm / 6.9 in, with the wettest month being January (27 mm / 1.1 in) and the driest June (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Baja California?
The hottest month in Baja California is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.7°C / 78.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Baja California?
The coldest month in Baja California is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.4°C / 54.3°F.
When does it rain most in Baja California?
The wettest month in Baja California is January, averaging about 27 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 1 mm / 0 in.