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Tapachula Climate by Month

Tapachula maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Tapachula experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in April to a very warm 30°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 19°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Tapachula has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2819 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Tapachula, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 550 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 25 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 12 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Tapachula, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.6 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Tapachula in Mexico

Tapachula has high temperatures year round ranging between 30°C and 33°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Tapachula have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January and February are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Tapachula?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Tapachula?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Tapachula?
    September tops the wettest month list with 550 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Tapachula?
    February is the driest month with 12 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Tapachula?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Tapachula

    Wed   Dec 11
    35°C | 22°C
    SE 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    34°C | 25°C
    SW 7 km/h
    0.6 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    34°C | 24°C
    SW 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain