Acapulco Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Acapulco (also known as Acapulco de Juárez) is blessed with year-round nice and warm weather, with only variations in the amount of rain and humidity throughout the year. It has a tropical savanna climate with dry winters. Tropical Storms and Hurricanes are a threat from May through November.
Monthly Temperature in Acapulco
The temperature in Acapulco remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C (90°F) in May. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 30°C (86°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in May to 23°C (73°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Acapulco
Acapulco has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1412 mm (56 in) of rainfall annually. Acapulco can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 347 mm (14 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (April), you will experience much drier conditions, with 1.5 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Acapulco 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 Acapulco
Acapulco experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 9.7 hours daily sunshine in March, it dips to 6.5 hours in September, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Acapulco
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 28°C (82°F) in March to 30°C (86°F) in July.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Acapulco by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Acapulco.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 78%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Acapulco 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Acapulco
Acapulco has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 30°C (86°F) to 32°C (90°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during January, February, March, April, May, November and December, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon.
The rainy season occurs during June, July, August, September and October, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
