Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 29° 15° | 30° 16° | 29° 15° | 28° 16° | 29° 16° | 29° 15° | 30° 15° |
| Precipitation | 74% | 77% | 77% | 88% | 70% | 66% | 87% |
| Humidity | 63% | 64% | 65% | 68% | 67% | 63% | 57% |
| Wind | 13 km/h | 17 km/h | 13 km/h | 14 km/h | 15 km/h | 18 km/h | 12 km/h |
Best time to visit Oaxaca
The best time to visit Oaxaca is from December to April, when conditions are mostly dry and mild to warm, suiting walking tours, markets, cultural sightseeing and nearby ruins. May to October brings more regular or heavy rain, with hurricane risk noted from June to November; August and September are the least favourable months. November is mostly dry and offers Day of the Dead cultural activity.
JanuaryTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours10Dry Days24
January is dry and mild, around 11-26°C, with cool nights and sunny conditions for exploring markets, streets and nearby ruins.
FebruaryTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)6Sun Hours10Dry Days21
February is dry, around 12-27°C, with cool evenings and warm afternoons suited to walking tours, markets and archaeological visits.
MarchTemp (°C)18°Rain (mm)19Sun Hours10Dry Days23
March is warm and mostly dry, around 13-29°C. Clear days suit cultural sightseeing and day trips, while afternoons can feel hot.
AprilTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)35Sun Hours10Dry Days19
April is hot and mostly dry, around 14-30°C. Bright days favour outdoor sightseeing, with strong afternoon heat.
MayTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)87Sun Hours11Dry Days14
May is hot, around 16-29°C, with rain beginning to feature regularly. Showers can interrupt day trips, though cultural visits remain practical.
JuneTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)180Sun Hours10Dry Days10
June is mild to warm, around 16-27°C, with frequent heavy rain and hurricane risk. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
JulyTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)140Sun Hours9Dry Days9
July is mild, around 16-26°C, with regular rain and hurricane risk. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip, while wet afternoons disrupt excursions.
AugustTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)145Sun Hours9Dry Days9
August is mild and wet, around 16-27°C, with frequent downpours and peak hurricane season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
SeptemberTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)178Sun Hours8Dry Days9
September is rainy, around 16-26°C, with peak hurricane season, heavy showers and the year's highest dengue risk. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
OctoberTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)65Sun Hours8Dry Days14
October is mild, around 15-26°C, with frequent showers and hurricane risk. Heavy rain creates the year's highest dengue risk, while Day of the Dead preparations begin late in the month.
NovemberTemp (°C)17°Rain (mm)19Sun Hours7Dry Days19
November is mild and mostly dry, around 13-26°C, with cool nights and hurricane risk. Day of the Dead celebrations bring seasonal cultural activity.
DecemberTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)5Sun Hours8Dry Days24
December is dry and mild, around 12-26°C, with cool evenings and warm afternoons suited to walking tours, markets and festive cultural visits.
Sources: audleytravel.com, en.wikivoyage.org, gooaxaca.com
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Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour
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Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour
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Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included
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The Mezcal Journey
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Brief
- Try Oaxaca’s signature foods and drinks, including tlayudas, mole negro, memelas, tejate, chapulines and mezcal. Choose reputable mezcal producers and avoid excessive alcohol, especially before road travel or excursions.
- Day of the Dead celebrations will take place around 31 October-2 November 2026, with major activity in Oaxaca City, including decorated altars, cemetery visits and crowded evening processions. Book accommodation and transport well in advance.
- Expect steep streets, uneven pavements and limited accessibility in parts of the historic centre. Allow extra time for travel to Monte Albán, the coast and mountain villages.
Safety and health
- Use bottled or purified water, request drinks without ice unless its source is known, and choose thoroughly cooked food. Take particular care with raw or undercooked meat and unpasteurized cheese because of foodborne illness risks. (
cdc.gov |
wikivoyage.org)
- Protect yourself from mosquito and sand-fly bites with repellent, long clothing and screened or air-conditioned accommodation. Dengue, Zika and leishmaniasis are among the risks listed for Mexico. (
- Avoid floodwater, muddy soil and untreated freshwater after heavy rain, and cover cuts or other open wounds. These precautions reduce exposure to melioidosis. (
- Oaxaca State has recorded serious violence, including shootings and killings, although many incidents reported are outside the main tourist centre. Use trusted transport, avoid isolated areas and night-time travel, keep valuables discreet, and monitor local advice before travelling to rural or remote parts of the state. (
telediario.mx |
estado20.com)
Recent News
- 2 September 2026: A residence belonging to a senior Oaxaca education official was reportedly shot at; no injuries were reported. The incident adds to recent reports of armed crime in the state, but no tourist impact or broad closures were reported. (
- 22-23 July 2026: Journalist Alejandro Leyva Aguilar was shot dead in the Oaxaca area. The killing prompted renewed attention to security and impunity in the state; visitors should avoid demonstrations, crime scenes and politically sensitive gatherings. (
elpais.com |
aljazeera.com)
- August 2026: A new seasonal Phoenix-Oaxaca air connection was announced for the Day of the Dead period, operating on only four days. Travellers using the route should confirm operating dates and availability directly before booking connecting plans. (
azcentral.com)
