Climate of Baja California Sur, Mexico
Area-weighted average across Baja California Sur. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Baja California Sur, a subdivision of Mexico, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 16°C / 60.8°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 49 mm / 1.9 in depending on the season (179 mm / 7 in total across the year). See the city 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 | 16°C60.8°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16.8°C62.2°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18°C64.4°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.8°C67.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21.5°C70.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24.3°C75.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 27.1°C80.8°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27.7°C81.9°F | 43 mm1.7″ | — |
| September | 26.9°C80.4°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| October | 23.9°C75°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 19.7°C67.5°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16.7°C62.1°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Baja California Sur?
The best months to visit Baja California Sur, Mexico for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November, December. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 27.7°C / 81.9°F, and the driest is May with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Baja California Sur?
Baja California Sur, Mexico has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 16°C / 60.8°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 179 mm / 7 in, with the wettest month being September (49 mm / 1.9 in) and the driest May (0 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 Sur?
The hottest month in Baja California Sur is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.7°C / 81.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Baja California Sur?
The coldest month in Baja California Sur is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 16°C / 60.8°F.
When does it rain most in Baja California Sur?
The wettest month in Baja California Sur is September, averaging about 49 mm / 1.9 in of rainfall. The driest is May with about 0 mm / 0 in.