Climate of Sonora, Mexico
Area-weighted average across Sonora. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sonora, a subdivision of Mexico, has a Mediterranean-style climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 12.9°C / 55.2°F in January to 29.1°C / 84.4°F in July, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 102 mm / 4 in depending on the season (409 mm / 16.1 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 | 12.9°C55.2°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| February | 14.4°C57.9°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 16.4°C61.5°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.5°C67.1°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 23.2°C73.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 27.7°C81.9°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 29.1°C84.4°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| August | 28.4°C83.1°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| September | 26.9°C80.4°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| October | 22.4°C72.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 17°C62.6°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 13.2°C55.8°F | 31 mm1.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sonora?
The best months to visit Sonora, Mexico for sunny, dry weather are February, March, April, May, June, October, November. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 29.1°C / 84.4°F, and the driest is May with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Sonora?
Sonora, Mexico has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 12.9°C / 55.2°F in January to 29.1°C / 84.4°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 409 mm / 16.1 in, with the wettest month being July (102 mm / 4 in) and the driest May (3 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sonora?
The hottest month in Sonora is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 29.1°C / 84.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Sonora?
The coldest month in Sonora is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.9°C / 55.2°F.
When does it rain most in Sonora?
The wettest month in Sonora is July, averaging about 102 mm / 4 in of rainfall. The driest is May with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.