Tampico Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico, has a moderate seasonal temperature range, with August reaching 32°C (90°F) and January cooling to 24°C (75°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1044 mm (41 in) per year. September is the wettest month and March the driest. The city also experiences a distinct dry season from February to April. Sunshine peaks in June, when the city sees around 8.0 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Tampico
The climate in Tampico experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 24°C (75°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to around 18°C (64°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Tampico
Tampico is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1044 mm (41 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, September it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 220 mm (8.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month March brings less rainfall, with 33 mm (1.3 in) over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Tampico Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Tampico
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Tampico. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Tampico
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 21°C (70°F) in February to 28°C (82°F) in June.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Tampico by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Tampico.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 78%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Tampico
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in September and December to 3 m/s (6 knots) in March. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Tampico 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Tampico
During January, February, March, April, October, November and December, Tampico experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 24°C (75°F) and 29°C (85°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 33 mm (1.3 in) and 132 mm (5.2 in).
Plan accordingly for September, when conditions bring the heaviest precipitation. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
