Veracruz Weather & Climate: Mexico

Climate by month across Veracruz, Mexico, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Veracruz

Veracruz is one of several regions in Mexico, with temperatures that range from 26°C (79°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) during the peak of May. We've based our full climate overview on data from Veracruz, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Veracruz, January brings pleasant weather, with an average temperature of 26°C (79°F).

The peak heat season generally takes place in May, June and August.

Precipitation in Veracruz varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in September with 280 mm (11 in) of rain, while February stays relatively dry with 24 mm (0.9 in). The region experiences its rainy season during June, July, August and September, when monthly rainfall can range from 215 mm (8.5 in) to 280 mm (11 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for August, when daylight hours are at their peak.

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Veracruz Xalapa Tlacotalpan Córdoba Orizaba Coatepec
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Climate map of Veracruz

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Veracruz 26°C (79°F) 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 26°C (79°F) 1375 mm (54 in) 2,248 hours
Xalapa 20°C (68°F) 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 17°C (63°F) 1592 mm (63 in) 1,867 hours
Tlacotalpan 26°C (79°F) 34°C (93°F) 20°C (68°F) 26°C (79°F) 1711 mm (67 in)
Córdoba 21°C (70°F) 27°C (81°F) 11°C (52°F) 17°C (63°F) 2019 mm (79 in) 1,867 hours
Orizaba 19°C (66°F) 24°C (75°F) 8°C (46°F) 14°C (57°F) 1851 mm (73 in)
Coatepec 20°C (68°F) 25°C (77°F) 10°C (50°F) 16°C (61°F) 1693 mm (67 in) 1,867 hours

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