Chihuahua Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 35°C (95°F) in June, while winters cool to 19°C (66°F) in January.
With around 400 mm (16 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Chihuahua has a fairly dry climate. However, it has a distinct dry season from October to June. The wettest month is July, while March sees the least rain. The sunniest month is May, with 10.0 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Chihuahua
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Chihuahua. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 35°C (95°F) in June. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C (66°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 20°C (68°F) in June to 3°C (37°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Chihuahua
Chihuahua has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 400 mm (16 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Chihuahua can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 92 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 8.8 mm (0.3 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day days. For more details, please visit our Chihuahua Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Chihuahua
Chihuahua can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 10.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.8 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Chihuahua by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Chihuahua.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 61%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 37%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Chihuahua 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Chihuahua
During the months of February, March, November and December, Chihuahua enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 25°C (77°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 9 mm (0.4 in) in March to 16 mm (0.6 in) in November. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.