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Nogales, Sonora Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Nogales, Sonora?
Nogales, Sonora gets 371 mm of precipitation a year over about 62 rainy days. June is the warmest month (average high 36°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Semi-arid climate
Nogales, Sonora has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 18°C in December to 36°C in June. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 19° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 8° | 27° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 18° | 34° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 10° | 28° |
How much rain does Nogales get?
Nogales gets 371 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 62 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 74% of the US.
July is the wettest month, with 106 mm. May is the driest, with 4 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 15.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 80 days, to June 17, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Nogales got 357 mm of rain, against a normal of 371 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 103 mm.
Nogales weather by month
Nogales weather in January
In January, Nogales averages a high of 18°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 28°C (2000) and the record low is -12°C (2013). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nogales weather in February
In February, Nogales averages a high of 19°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 31°C (2017) and the record low is -12°C (2011). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nogales weather in March
In March, Nogales averages a high of 23°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is -6°C (2002). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nogales weather in April
In April, Nogales averages a high of 27°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 82% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 37°C (2012) and the record low is -3°C (2023). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nogales weather in May
In May, Nogales averages a high of 31°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 88% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 41°C (2005) and the record low is 1°C (2010).
Nogales weather in June
In June, Nogales averages a high of 36°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 74% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 44°C (2017) and the record low is 9°C (2023).
Nogales weather in July
In July, Nogales averages a high of 34°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 106 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 43°C (2020) and the record low is 12°C (2004).
Nogales weather in August
In August, Nogales averages a high of 33°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 42°C (2025) and the record low is 11°C (2004).
Nogales weather in September
In September, Nogales averages a high of 32°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 75% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 41°C (2023) and the record low is 6°C (2004).
Nogales weather in October
In October, Nogales averages a high of 28°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 80% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 38°C (2020) and the record low is -4°C (2009).
Nogales weather in November
In November, Nogales averages a high of 23°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 74% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 33°C (2020) and the record low is -7°C (2010). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nogales weather in December
In December, Nogales averages a high of 18°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 28°C (2025) and the record low is -10°C (2003). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Nogales
May is the sunniest month in Nogales, with estimated sunshine of 88% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 49%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 70% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Nogales is sunnier than 97% of the US.
Humidity peaks in August at 55% and is lowest in May at 19%.
Wind averages 9 km/h over the year, and May is the windiest month at 12 km/h.
Nogales has about 110 days a year above 32°C. Nogales is hotter than 95% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 57 days a year.
First and last freeze in Nogales
The first fall freeze in Nogales typically comes around November 12, and the last spring freeze around March 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 232 days.
Nogales weather records
These records cover NOGALES INTL AP during 1999–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Nogales station is 44°C, on June 19, 2017. The coldest is -12°C, on January 15, 2013.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 61 mm of precipitation, on September 17, 2014.
The best time to visit Nogales
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 1°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 8°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 34°C and lows near 18°C.
Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 10°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 18° | 21 mm | 4 | 8 km/h | 45% | 66% | 28° | -12° |
| February | 2° | 19° | 20 mm | 4 | 9 km/h | 41% | 67% | 31° | -12° |
| March | 4° | 23° | 16 mm | 3 | 10 km/h | 38% | 62% | 37° | -6° |
| April | 7° | 27° | 7.1 mm | 2 | 11 km/h | 23% | 82% | 37° | -3° |
| May | 11° | 31° | 3.8 mm | 1 | 12 km/h | 19% | 88% | 41° | 1° |
| June | 17° | 36° | 14 mm | 3 | 11 km/h | 22% | 74% | 44° | 9° |
| July | 19° | 34° | 106 mm | 15 | 8 km/h | 49% | 49% | 43° | 12° |
| August | 18° | 33° | 87 mm | 14 | 7 km/h | 55% | 53% | 42° | 11° |
| September | 16° | 32° | 39 mm | 7 | 8 km/h | 40% | 75% | 41° | 6° |
| October | 10° | 28° | 17 mm | 3 | 9 km/h | 32% | 80% | 38° | -4° |
| November | 5° | 23° | 16 mm | 3 | 8 km/h | 36% | 74% | 33° | -7° |
| December | 1° | 18° | 26 mm | 4 | 8 km/h | 36% | 69% | 28° | -10° |
Station: NOGALES INTL AP, 15 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1999–2026; 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.
Nogales climate questions
How much rain does Nogales get?
Nogales gets 371 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 62 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Nogales?
July is the wettest month in Nogales, with 106 mm. May is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Nogales have a year?
Nogales has about 62 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in Nogales?
June is the warmest month in Nogales, with an average high of 36°C.
What is the coldest month in Nogales?
January is the coldest month in Nogales, with an average low of 1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Nogales?
Within the available 1999–2026 station history, the record high at the Nogales station is 44°C, set on June 19, 2017. The record low is -12°C, on January 15, 2013.
What is the sunniest month in Nogales?
May is the sunniest month in Nogales, with estimated sunshine of 88% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Nogales?
The first fall freeze in Nogales typically comes around November 12. The last spring freeze is around March 25.
What is the best time to visit Nogales?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.