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City Trips Potential

100/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

January, November, December

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Avoid

June, July, August, September

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Weather

16°C – 21°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Oaxaca for a city trip is January, November, December, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Oaxaca

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°5
February
98Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°7
March
90Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°11
April
86Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°30
May
81Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°89
June
78Good
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°140
July
84Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°108
August
84Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
19°109
September
83Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
18°131
October
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
18°71
November
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°16
December
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°8

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Oaxaca

When is the best time to visit Oaxaca for city trips?

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The best time to visit Oaxaca for city trips is typically in January, November, December, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Oaxaca?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Oaxaca, making it a year-round destination for city trips.

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