Town in Guerrero, Mexico
Zihuatanejo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Zihuatanejo
Nov–Apr is warm and dry; Christmas and Easter are busiest. May–Oct is hot, humid and stormy, with hurricane risk from Jun–Nov.
Zihuatanejo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan31°9 mm
- Feb32°13 mm
- Mar32°6 mm
- Apr33°1 mm
- May33°33 mm
- Jun32°182 mm
- Jul31°173 mm
- Aug31°252 mm
- Sep30°289 mm
- Oct31°140 mm
- Nov31°32 mm
- Dec31°6 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C88°F | 24°C75°F | 9 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| February | 32°C89°F | 24°C75°F | 13 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| March | 32°C90°F | 24°C75°F | 6 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| April | 33°C92°F | 25°C77°F | 1 mm | 59% | Hot |
| May | 33°C92°F | 26°C79°F | 33 mm | 65% | Hot |
| June | 32°C89°F | 27°C80°F | 182 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| July | 31°C89°F | 27°C80°F | 173 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C88°F | 27°C80°F | 252 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| September | 30°C87°F | 26°C80°F | 289 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| October | 31°C87°F | 26°C80°F | 140 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| November | 31°C88°F | 25°C78°F | 32 mm | 75% | Hot & humid |
| December | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 6 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
Best months across Mexico
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico City | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Apr (28°C) |
| Cancún | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Tulum | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Playa del Carmen | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Puerto Vallarta | Nov–Apr | May (38°C) |
| Cabo San Lucas | Nov–Apr | Aug (31°C) |
| Oaxaca | Oct–Mar | Apr (31°C) |
| Guadalajara | Oct–Apr | May (33°C) |
| Mérida | Nov–Mar | May (35°C) |
| San Miguel de Allende | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | May (30°C) |
| Puerto Escondido | Nov–Apr | Apr (36°C) |
| Cozumel | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Isla Mujeres | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Sayulita | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Holbox | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Bacalar | Nov–Apr | May (31°C) |
| San Cristóbal de las Casas | Nov–Apr | Apr (25°C) |
| Mazatlán | Nov–Apr | Jun (31°C) |
| Guanajuato | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | May (30°C) |
| Monterrey | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jun (37°C) |
| Valladolid | Nov–Mar | May (34°C) |
| La Paz | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Aug (35°C) |
| Puebla | Nov–Apr | Apr (28°C) |
| Acapulco | Dec–Apr | Apr (34°C) |
| Querétaro | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Tijuana | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Puerto Morelos | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Mazunte | Nov–Apr | May (31°C) |
| Todos Santos | Mar–May, Nov–Dec | Jul (35°C) |
| Zihuatanejo | Nov–Apr | May (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Zihuatanejo?
Nov–Apr. Nov–Apr is warm and dry; Christmas and Easter are busiest. May–Oct is hot, humid and stormy, with hurricane risk from Jun–Nov.
When is the rainy season in Zihuatanejo?
Rain peaks in September with about 289 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Zihuatanejo?
May, with average highs of 33°C (92°F).
How cold does Zihuatanejo get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 24°C (75°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.