AI-generatedCiudad Acuña at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Mar
- Warmest month
- Aug · 37°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,600 h
- Rain a year
- 468 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6 / UTC−5
- Elevation
- 283 m
Climate in Ciudad Acuña
Ciudad Acuña has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 37 °C, while January is the coolest at 19 °C. With around 2,600 hours of sunshine a year, Ciudad Acuña is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ciudad Acuña
The best time to visit Ciudad Acuña is from November to March. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to March. From May to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 37 °C. The wettest month is May with 62 mm of precipitation.
Ciudad Acuña through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ciudad Acuña in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 26–33 °C by day
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Ciudad Acuña in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 36–37 °C by day
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Ciudad Acuña in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 23–34 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Ciudad Acuña in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 19–22 °C by day
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: February, November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – March
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 21°
07:4419:15
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:29–08:16 · evening 18:43–19:29
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:20–07:29 · evening 19:29–19:39
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Ciudad Acuña compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 26° at the end. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 13° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.1 h |
What is the weather like in Ciudad Acuña in October?
In October, Ciudad Acuña is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 56 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 31 min07:44 – 19:15
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 8 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 37 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 14 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−5offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %75 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %57 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %88 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
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February has the better holiday weather in Ciudad Acuña: score 91 against 75. In February, days are 7 °C cooler than in October. February has 2 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 75 | 91better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 8° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 6.4 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 56 mm | 21 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 8 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ciudad Acuña month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
90January19° · 6.0 h
In January, Ciudad Acuña is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 19 mm in total. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in January91February22° · 6.4 h
In February, Ciudad Acuña is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in February90March26° · 6.6 h
In March, Ciudad Acuña is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 37 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in March74April30° · 7.1 h
In April, Ciudad Acuña is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 41 mm in total. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in April47May33° · 7.0 h
In May, Ciudad Acuña is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 62 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in May46June36° · 8.7 h
In June, Ciudad Acuña is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 37 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in June47July37° · 9.3 h
In July, Ciudad Acuña is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 41 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in July49August37° · 9.1 h
In August, Ciudad Acuña is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 48 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in August46September34° · 7.2 h
In September, Ciudad Acuña is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 60 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in September75October29° · 6.4 h
In October, Ciudad Acuña is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 56 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in October89November23° · 5.8 h
In November, Ciudad Acuña is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 29 mm in total. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in November89December19° · 5.8 h
In December, Ciudad Acuña is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Ciudad Acuña.
Ciudad Acuña in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ciudad Acuña
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 8 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (5°), the warmest in July (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from May to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in April and in October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to January, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 104 days a year, mostly from May to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 90 | 19° | 5° | 6.0 h | 3 | 19 |
| FebruaryFeb | 91 | 22° | 8° | 6.4 h | 4 | 21 |
| MarchMar | 90 | 26° | 12° | 6.6 h | 5 | 37 |
| AprilApr | 74 | 30° | 16° | 7.1 h | 5 | 41 |
| MayMay | 47 | 33° | 21° | 7.0 h | 8 | 62 |
| JuneJun | 46 | 36° | 24° | 8.7 h | 6 | 37 |
| JulyJul | 47 | 37° | 25° | 9.3 h | 6 | 41 |
| AugustAug | 49 | 37° | 25° | 9.1 h | 5 | 48 |
| SeptemberSep | 46 | 34° | 22° | 7.2 h | 7 | 60 |
| OctoberOct | 75 | 29° | 17° | 6.4 h | 6 | 56 |
| NovemberNov | 89 | 23° | 10° | 5.8 h | 4 | 29 |
| DecemberDec | 89 | 19° | 6° | 5.8 h | 3 | 17 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
29.32° N, 100.95° W · 283 m · America/Matamoros
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Ciudad Acuña
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.4 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Ciudad Acuña, 56 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Ciudad Acuña: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Ciudad Acuña has about 6 rainy days with 56 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Ciudad Acuña
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 45 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Ciudad Acuña
How breezy and how cloudy Ciudad Acuña is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Ciudad Acuña typically peaks at 21 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 37 % of the sky over Ciudad Acuña: mostly sunny, with about 6.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Ciudad Acuña
How often the day gets hot in Ciudad Acuña (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Ciudad Acuña has about 14 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Ciudad Acuña in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Ciudad Acuña has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 90) and its weakest during May half-term (score 47).
- 79
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 29 °C by day
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
- 47
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 34 °C by day
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 48
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 37 °C by day
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 75
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 29 °C by day
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
- 90
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 19 °C by day
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 20 min
- Distance
- 8,170 km
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Jet lag
- About 4 days (6 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Mexico
- Currency
- Mexican Peso (MXN)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 127 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +52
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 127 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Ciudad Acuña vs Piedras Negras
In October Ciudad Acuña has the better holiday weather (score 75 vs 68). During the day Piedras Negras is 1 °C warmer than Ciudad Acuña.
| in October | Ciudad Acuña | Piedras Negras |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 75 | 68 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 |
| Best time | Nov – Mar | Nov – Mar |
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- 16Ciudad AcuñaThis page29°75
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Frequently asked questions about Ciudad Acuña
When is the best time to visit Ciudad Acuña?
The best time to visit Ciudad Acuña is from November to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Ciudad Acuña?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 37 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 19 °C.
When does it rain most in Ciudad Acuña?
The wettest month is May with 62 mm of precipitation. The driest month is December with 17 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ciudad Acuña get?
Ciudad Acuña gets around 2,600 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.3 hours a day; in November there are 5.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Ciudad Acuña in?
Ciudad Acuña is on UTC−6 in January and UTC−5 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Ciudad Acuña?
A nonstop flight from London to Ciudad Acuña takes about 10 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,170 km.
Which school holidays are best for Ciudad Acuña?
Ciudad Acuña has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 90) and its weakest during May half-term (score 47). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 79, May half-term 47, summer holidays 48, October half-term 75, Christmas holidays 90.