Puerto Peñasco Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Puerto Peñasco’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Mexico.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Puerto Peñasco can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 35°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 13°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Puerto Peñasco by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 8.9 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 2 days.
Annual Temperatures in Mexico Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Mexico. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Puerto Peñasco Temperatures Compared World Wide
Puerto Peñasco’s average annual maximum temperature is 27°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Puerto Peñasco, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 61% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 20°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 65% combined with an average maximum temperature of 35°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Puerto Peñasco’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Puerto Peñasco climate page.
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