Climate of Tamaulipas, Mexico
Area-weighted average across Tamaulipas. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tamaulipas, a subdivision of Mexico, has a Mediterranean-style climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 15.7°C / 60.3°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in August, with rainfall from 18 mm / 0.7 in to 141 mm / 5.6 in depending on the season (734 mm / 28.9 in total across the year). See the 3 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 | 15.7°C60.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 17.6°C63.7°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 21.2°C70.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| April | 24.2°C75.6°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 26.7°C80.1°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| June | 27.9°C82.2°F | 108 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| July | 27.9°C82.2°F | 98 mm3.9″ | Tropical |
| August | 28°C82.4°F | 101 mm4″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.5°C79.7°F | 141 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| October | 23.5°C74.3°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| November | 19.9°C67.8°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16.7°C62.1°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tamaulipas?
The best months to visit Tamaulipas, Mexico for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, November, December. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 28°C / 82.4°F, and the driest is February with about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Tamaulipas?
Tamaulipas, Mexico has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 15.7°C / 60.3°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 734 mm / 28.9 in, with the wettest month being September (141 mm / 5.6 in) and the driest February (18 mm / 0.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tamaulipas?
The hottest month in Tamaulipas is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 28°C / 82.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Tamaulipas?
The coldest month in Tamaulipas is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.7°C / 60.3°F.
When does it rain most in Tamaulipas?
The wettest month in Tamaulipas is September, averaging about 141 mm / 5.6 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 18 mm / 0.7 in.