Climate of Veracruz, Mexico
Area-weighted average across Veracruz. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Veracruz, a subdivision of Mexico, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.6°C / 67.3°F in January to 27°C / 80.6°F in May, with rainfall from 37 mm / 1.5 in to 310 mm / 12.2 in depending on the season (1708 mm / 67.2 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 | 19.6°C67.3°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| February | 20.5°C68.9°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 23°C73.4°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 25.3°C77.5°F | 43 mm1.7″ | — |
| May | 27°C80.6°F | 81 mm3.2″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.7°C80.1°F | 231 mm9.1″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.9°C78.6°F | 263 mm10.4″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.9°C78.6°F | 255 mm10″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.5°C77.9°F | 310 mm12.2″ | Tropical |
| October | 24.1°C75.4°F | 194 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
| November | 22.2°C72°F | 106 mm4.2″ | Tropical |
| December | 20.3°C68.5°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Veracruz?
The best months to visit Veracruz, Mexico for sunny, dry weather are February, March. The warmest month is May at an area-wide average of 27°C / 80.6°F, and the driest is March with about 37 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Veracruz?
Veracruz, Mexico has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.6°C / 67.3°F in January to 27°C / 80.6°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 1708 mm / 67.2 in, with the wettest month being September (310 mm / 12.2 in) and the driest March (37 mm / 1.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Veracruz?
The hottest month in Veracruz is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 27°C / 80.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Veracruz?
The coldest month in Veracruz is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.6°C / 67.3°F.
When does it rain most in Veracruz?
The wettest month in Veracruz is September, averaging about 310 mm / 12.2 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 37 mm / 1.5 in.