Orizaba, Veracruz Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Orizaba, Veracruz gets 1177 mm of precipitation a year over about 107 rainy days. April is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low 9°C).

Orizaba climate at a glance

Mediterranean climate

Orizaba, Veracruz has warm summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 23°C in January to 29°C in April. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and September to December, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.

How much rain does Orizaba get?

Orizaba gets 1177 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 107 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 90% of Mexico.

August is the wettest month, with 236 mm. January is the driest, with 17 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 33 days, to June 9, 2024.

Orizaba weather by month

Orizaba weather in January

In January, Orizaba averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The January record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is -1°C (1986). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orizaba weather in February

In February, Orizaba averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The February record high is 37°C (2019) and the record low is 1°C (1987). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orizaba weather in March

In March, Orizaba averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The March record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 0°C (1985). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orizaba weather in April

In April, Orizaba averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The April record high is 38°C (2020) and the record low is 3°C (1987).

Orizaba weather in May

In May, Orizaba averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (2026) and the record low is 8°C (1988).

Orizaba weather in June

In June, Orizaba averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 200 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 9°C (1982).

Orizaba weather in July

In July, Orizaba averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 175 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 8°C (1989).

Orizaba weather in August

In August, Orizaba averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 236 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (2026) and the record low is 7°C (1994).

Orizaba weather in September

In September, Orizaba averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 217 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2020) and the record low is 8°C (1982). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orizaba weather in October

In October, Orizaba averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 128 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1984) and the record low is 6°C (1999). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orizaba weather in November

In November, Orizaba averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The November record high is 33°C (1990) and the record low is 0°C (1993). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orizaba weather in December

In December, Orizaba averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The December record high is 33°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (1989). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Orizaba

March is the sunniest month in Orizaba, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. September is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 37% of daylight hours. Orizaba is cloudier than 94% of Mexico.

Humidity peaks in November at 86% and is lowest in July at 78%.

Orizaba has about 9 days a year above 32°C. Orizaba is cooler than 93% of Mexico.

Orizaba weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Orizaba station is 39°C, on May 5, 2026. The coldest is -1°C, on January 15, 1986.

The wettest day on record brought 155 mm of rain, on August 10, 2012.

29 all-time records have been set at the station since 1975.

The best time to visit Orizaba

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and September to December, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.

Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 10°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 14°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 15°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 14°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January17 mm584%38%32°-1°
February19 mm582%50%37°
March20 mm479%53%37°
April29 mm679%48%38°
May72 mm979%46%39°
June200 mm1480%28%38°
July175 mm1478%31%37°
August236 mm1679%30%34°
September217 mm1482%22%31°
October128 mm1183%24%34°
November45 mm686%34%33°
December20 mm485%40%33°-1°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Orizaba climate questions

How much rain does Orizaba get?

Orizaba gets 1177 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 107 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Orizaba?

August is the wettest month in Orizaba, with 236 mm. January is the driest, with 17 mm.

How many rainy days does Orizaba have a year?

Orizaba has about 107 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Orizaba?

April is the warmest month in Orizaba, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Orizaba?

January is the coldest month in Orizaba, with an average low of 9°C.

What is the record high temperature in Orizaba?

The record high at the Orizaba station is 39°C, set on May 5, 2026. The record low is -1°C, on January 15, 1986.

What is the sunniest month in Orizaba?

March is the sunniest month in Orizaba, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. September is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Orizaba?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and September to December, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ORIZABA (0 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ORIZABA.