Oaxaca de Juárez

Oaxaca Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Oaxaca, Mexico in September.

Planning a getaway to Oaxaca, Mexico this September and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Oaxaca in September

Oaxaca, Mexico is a region in Mexico. September in Oaxaca generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in San Agustín Etla at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Zipolite at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Zipolite and 14°C (57°F) in San Agustín Etla.

For a closer look at conditions across Oaxaca, Mexico, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Oaxaca de Juárez with an average of 193 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Arroyo Cruz with 638 mm (25 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Oaxaca de Juárez receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Oaxaca de Juárez as an example - it receives around 161 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Oaxaca by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Oaxaca — and find the best time to visit. (based on Oaxaca de Juárez)

Best Places to Visit in Oaxaca in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Oaxaca.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Oaxaca

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Oaxaca, Mexico?

Temperature range in Oaxaca (September)

Precipitation variation in Oaxaca (September)

Oaxaca de Juárez

In September Oaxaca de Juárez generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
161 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Escondido

In September Puerto Escondido generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
152 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
379 mm (15 in)
531 mm (21 in)
320 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Santa Cruz Huatulco

In September Santa Cruz Huatulco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
153 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
335 mm (13 in)
521 mm (21 in)
399 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Zipolite

In September Zipolite generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
152 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
395 mm (16 in)
629 mm (25 in)
442 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Tangolunda

In September Tangolunda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
153 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
345 mm (14 in)
523 mm (21 in)
388 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Oaxaca in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oaxaca de Juárez 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)
Puerto Escondido 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 531 mm (21 in)
Santa Cruz Huatulco 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 521 mm (21 in)
Zipolite 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 629 mm (25 in)
Tangolunda 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 523 mm (21 in)
Puerto Ángel 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 630 mm (25 in)

Oaxaca weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oaxaca, Mexico in September?

Oaxaca, Mexico typically experiences tolerable weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Oaxaca de Juárez average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Oaxaca, Mexico in September?

In Oaxaca de Juárez, the average daytime high in September is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Oaxaca, Mexico get a lot of rain in September?

Yes. September brings heavy rainfall to Oaxaca, Mexico, with Oaxaca de Juárez averaging around 193 mm (7.6 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Oaxaca, Mexico?

In our opinion, September may not be the ideal time to visit Oaxaca, Mexico due to the typically tolerable weather in Oaxaca de Juárez.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Oaxaca de Juárez. The weather in June and September, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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