Veracruz, Veracruz Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Veracruz get?

Veracruz gets 1451 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 82 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 72% of Mexico.

September is the wettest month, with 326 mm. February is the driest, with 11 mm. September has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 63 days, to May 28, 2022.

Veracruz weather by month

Veracruz weather in January

In January, Veracruz averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The January record high is 35°C (2017) and the record low is 10°C (1996). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Veracruz weather in February

In February, Veracruz averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The February record high is 37°C (2019) and the record low is 10°C (2022).

Veracruz weather in March

In March, Veracruz averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The March record high is 41°C (2003) and the record low is 13°C (2013).

Veracruz weather in April

In April, Veracruz averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The April record high is 41°C (2015) and the record low is 11°C (2026).

Veracruz weather in May

In May, Veracruz averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The May record high is 41°C (2024) and the record low is 14°C (2026).

Veracruz weather in June

In June, Veracruz averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 191 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 14°C (2026).

Veracruz weather in July

In July, Veracruz averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 281 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 15°C (2026).

Veracruz weather in August

In August, Veracruz averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 291 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (2026) and the record low is 16°C (2026).

Veracruz weather in September

In September, Veracruz averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 326 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2005) and the record low is 18°C (1979).

Veracruz weather in October

In October, Veracruz averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 163 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The October record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is 12°C (1984).

Veracruz weather in November

In November, Veracruz averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The November record high is 34°C (1983) and the record low is 11°C (2011).

Veracruz weather in December

In December, Veracruz averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The December record high is 36°C (2018) and the record low is 8°C (1989).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Veracruz

March is the sunniest month in Veracruz, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. September is the cloudiest, at 31%. Over the year the sun shines about 47% of daylight hours. Veracruz is cloudier than 72% of Mexico.

Humidity peaks in August at 80% and is lowest in April at 68%.

Veracruz has about 56 days a year above 32°C. Veracruz is cooler than 64% of Mexico.

Veracruz weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Veracruz station is 41°C, on May 18, 2024. The coldest is 8°C, on December 25, 1989.

The wettest day on record brought 277 mm of rain, on October 5, 2005.

25 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Veracruz

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, when daytime highs sit near 26°C.

Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 19°C.

Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 22°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 24°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 22°C.

Veracruz climate questions

How much rain does Veracruz get?

Veracruz gets 1451 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 82 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Veracruz?

September is the wettest month in Veracruz, with 326 mm. February is the driest, with 11 mm.

How many rainy days does Veracruz have a year?

Veracruz has about 82 days with measurable rain in an average year. September has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Veracruz?

May is the warmest month in Veracruz, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Veracruz?

January is the coldest month in Veracruz, with an average low of 18°C.

What is the record high temperature in Veracruz?

The record high at the Veracruz station is 41°C, set on May 18, 2024. The record low is 8°C, on December 25, 1989.

What is the sunniest month in Veracruz?

March is the sunniest month in Veracruz, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. September is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Veracruz?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, when daytime highs sit near 26°C.