Salina Cruz Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Salina Cruz is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Salina Cruz experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in May to a very warm 30°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 22°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Salina Cruz has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1000 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Salina Cruz shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in June, with an average of 258 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days. In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 3.9 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Salina Cruz Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Salina Cruz serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 9.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in September, offering only 5.2 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C in December to 29°C in May.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Salina Cruz.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 67%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s in September to 5 m/s in November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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9 m/s
10 m/s
7 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Salina Cruz in Mexico
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April, November and December.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, August and September.
Yes, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December are very dry.
May has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 258 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 281 hours of sunshine.
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