Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua?
Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua gets 223 mm of precipitation a year over about 48 rainy days, and about 7 cm of snow a season. June is the warmest month (average high 36°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Desert climate
Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 14°C in December to 36°C in June. August is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 2° | 16° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 12° | 27° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 22° | 36° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 12° | 26° |
How much rain does Ciudad Juárez get?
Ciudad Juárez gets 223 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 48 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 84% of the US.
August is the wettest month, with 42 mm. April is the driest, with 4 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 8.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 78 days, to June 18, 2024.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Ciudad Juárez got 343 mm of rain, against a normal of 223 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 115 mm.
Does it snow in Ciudad Juárez?
Yes. Ciudad Juárez gets about 7 cm of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1982–83, with 89 cm.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 25, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 the station measured 2 cm of snow, against a normal of 7 cm for those months. January 2026 had the most, with 2 cm.
Ciudad Juárez weather by month
Ciudad Juárez weather in January
In January, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 15°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 27°C (1970) and the record low is -16°C (1971).
Ciudad Juárez weather in February
In February, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 18°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 29°C (2016) and the record low is -17°C (2011). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ciudad Juárez weather in March
In March, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 22°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 36°C (2026) and the record low is -10°C (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ciudad Juárez weather in April
In April, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 27°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 77% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 37°C (1989) and the record low is -5°C (1983).
Ciudad Juárez weather in May
In May, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 32°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 82% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 41°C (2005) and the record low is 2°C (1970).
Ciudad Juárez weather in June
In June, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 36°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 46°C (1994) and the record low is 8°C (1988).
Ciudad Juárez weather in July
In July, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 36°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 44°C (1979) and the record low is 14°C (1979).
Ciudad Juárez weather in August
In August, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 34°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 44°C (2023) and the record low is 13°C (1973).
Ciudad Juárez weather in September
In September, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 32°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 41°C (2023) and the record low is 6°C (1975).
Ciudad Juárez weather in October
In October, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 81% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 36°C (1973) and the record low is -4°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ciudad Juárez weather in November
In November, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 19°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 31°C (1983) and the record low is -17°C (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ciudad Juárez weather in December
In December, Ciudad Juárez averages a high of 14°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 27°C (1973) and the record low is -14°C (1987).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Ciudad Juárez
May is the sunniest month in Ciudad Juárez, with estimated sunshine of 82% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. August is the cloudiest, at 60%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 71% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Ciudad Juárez is sunnier than 98% of the US.
Humidity peaks in January at 42% and is lowest in May at 15%.
Wind averages 14 km/h over the year, and April is the windiest month at 18 km/h.
Ciudad Juárez has about 115 days a year above 32°C. Ciudad Juárez is hotter than 96% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 40 days a year.
First and last freeze in Ciudad Juárez
The first fall freeze in Ciudad Juárez typically comes around November 13, and the last spring freeze around March 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 245 days.
Ciudad Juárez weather records
These records cover EL PASO INTL AP during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Ciudad Juárez station is 46°C, on June 30, 1994. The coldest is -17°C, on November 29, 1976.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 72 mm of precipitation, on August 1, 2006.
37 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Ciudad Juárez
The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 2°C. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 12°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 35°C and lows near 22°C.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 12°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 15° | 9.9 mm | 3 | 12 km/h | 42% | 70% | 27° | -16° |
| February | 3° | 18° | 10 mm | 3 | 14 km/h | 35% | 66% | 29° | -17° |
| March | 7° | 22° | 6.1 mm | 2 | 16 km/h | 28% | 62% | 36° | -10° |
| April | 11° | 27° | 4.3 mm | 1 | 18 km/h | 18% | 77% | 37° | -5° |
| May | 16° | 32° | 11 mm | 2 | 16 km/h | 15% | 82% | 41° | 2° |
| June | 21° | 36° | 19 mm | 3 | 15 km/h | 21% | 70% | 46° | 8° |
| July | 22° | 36° | 40 mm | 8 | 13 km/h | 32% | 63% | 44° | 14° |
| August | 22° | 34° | 42 mm | 8 | 12 km/h | 36% | 60% | 44° | 13° |
| September | 18° | 32° | 39 mm | 6 | 12 km/h | 34% | 76% | 41° | 6° |
| October | 12° | 27° | 15 mm | 4 | 12 km/h | 31% | 81% | 36° | -4° |
| November | 5° | 19° | 11 mm | 3 | 12 km/h | 37% | 70% | 31° | -17° |
| December | 1° | 14° | 16 mm | 4 | 12 km/h | 38% | 71% | 27° | -14° |
Station: EL PASO INTL AP, 13 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Ciudad Juárez climate questions
How much rain does Ciudad Juárez get?
Ciudad Juárez gets 223 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 48 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Ciudad Juárez?
August is the wettest month in Ciudad Juárez, with 42 mm. April is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Ciudad Juárez have a year?
Ciudad Juárez has about 48 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 8.
Does it snow in Ciudad Juárez?
Yes. Ciudad Juárez gets about 7 cm of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1982–83, with 89 cm.
What is the hottest month in Ciudad Juárez?
June is the warmest month in Ciudad Juárez, with an average high of 36°C.
What is the coldest month in Ciudad Juárez?
January is the coldest month in Ciudad Juárez, with an average low of 1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Ciudad Juárez?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Ciudad Juárez station is 46°C, set on June 30, 1994. The record low is -17°C, on November 29, 1976.
What is the sunniest month in Ciudad Juárez?
May is the sunniest month in Ciudad Juárez, with estimated sunshine of 82% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. August is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Ciudad Juárez?
The first fall freeze in Ciudad Juárez typically comes around November 13. The last spring freeze is around March 13.
What is the best time to visit Ciudad Juárez?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.