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Zihuatanejo Climate by Month

Zihuatanejo has pretty similar weather over the course of 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 day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Zihuatanejo experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July to a comfortable 29°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 22°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Zihuatanejo has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1209 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Zihuatanejo shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in September, with an average of 332 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days. In contrast, April offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.4 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days.

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

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Zihuatanejo ranges from 25°C in January to 29°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Zihuatanejo in Mexico

Zihuatanejo has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 30°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April, May, November and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Zihuatanejo?
    Rainy season in Zihuatanejo occurs in the months of June, July, August, September and October.
  • Does Zihuatanejo have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, March, April, May and December are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Zihuatanejo?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Zihuatanejo?
    The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Zihuatanejo?
    September tops the wettest month list with 332 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Zihuatanejo?
    April is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Zihuatanejo

    Fri   Nov 22
    34°C | 25°C
    SW 7 km/h
    1.4 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Sat   Nov 23
    32°C | 23°C
    S 11 km/h
    2.1 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    33°C | 22°C
    W 11 km/h
    0.8 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain