AI-generatedCoatzacoalcos at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- May · 35°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,220 h
- Rain a year
- 1,895 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Coatzacoalcos
Coatzacoalcos has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while January is the coolest at 26 °C. With around 2,220 hours of sunshine a year, Coatzacoalcos is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Coatzacoalcos
The best time to visit Coatzacoalcos is from December to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from January to May. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from January to February. From April to May it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 330 mm.
Coatzacoalcos through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Coatzacoalcos in the dry season
Nov – May
Good
- 26–35 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 65 rainy days in all
Coatzacoalcos in the rainy season
Jun – Oct
Poor
- 29–32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 127 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – May
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jun – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: December – March
October is in the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:1117:56
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 05:57–06:40 · evening 17:27–18:10
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:49–05:57 · evening 18:10–18:18
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 Coatzacoalcos compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 30° at the start of the month to 28° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 28°. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 22° |
| Sea | 29° | 28° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Coatzacoalcos in October?
In October, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 256 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 45 min06:11 – 17:56
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 67 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 11 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−6offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %71 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %43 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Coatzacoalcos
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Coatzacoalcos: score 77 against 44. In February, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in February. February has 14 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 44 | 77better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 20° |
| Sea | 28.5° | 24.3° |
| Sunshine | 5.6 h | 5.5 h |
| Rainy days | 21 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 256 mm | 35 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 22better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Coatzacoalcos month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
69January26° · Sea 24° · 4.2 h
In January, Coatzacoalcos is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 70 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in January77February28° · Sea 24° · 5.5 h
In February, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 35 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in February71March31° · Sea 25° · 7.1 h
In March, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in March55April34° · Sea 27° · 8.2 h
In April, Coatzacoalcos is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in April37May35° · Sea 28° · 8.1 h
In May, Coatzacoalcos is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 74 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in May30June32° · Sea 29° · 7.0 h
In June, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 250 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in June34July31° · Sea 29° · 6.4 h
In July, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 298 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in July33August31° · Sea 29° · 6.1 h
In August, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 326 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in August34September31° · Sea 30° · 5.3 h
In September, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 330 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in September44October29° · Sea 29° · 5.6 h
In October, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 256 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in October59November28° · Sea 27° · 5.2 h
In November, Coatzacoalcos is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 135 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in November66December27° · Sea 26° · 4.2 h
In December, Coatzacoalcos is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 80 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Coatzacoalcos.
Coatzacoalcos in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Coatzacoalcos
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (20°), the warmest in May (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 335 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 69 | 26° | 20° | 24.3° | 4.2 h | 11 | 70 |
| FebruaryFeb | 77 | 28° | 20° | 24.3° | 5.5 h | 7 | 35 |
| MarchMar | 71 | 31° | 22° | 25.2° | 7.1 h | 4 | 21 |
| AprilApr | 55 | 34° | 24° | 26.7° | 8.2 h | 4 | 21 |
| MayMay | 37 | 35° | 25° | 28.1° | 8.1 h | 10 | 74 |
| JuneJun | 30 | 32° | 25° | 28.8° | 7.0 h | 24 | 250 |
| JulyJul | 34 | 31° | 24° | 28.9° | 6.4 h | 27 | 298 |
| AugustAug | 33 | 31° | 24° | 29.4° | 6.1 h | 28 | 326 |
| SeptemberSep | 34 | 31° | 24° | 29.6° | 5.3 h | 27 | 330 |
| OctoberOct | 44 | 29° | 23° | 28.5° | 5.6 h | 21 | 256 |
| NovemberNov | 59 | 28° | 22° | 26.9° | 5.2 h | 16 | 135 |
| DecemberDec | 66 | 27° | 21° | 25.5° | 4.2 h | 13 | 80 |
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
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Sea temperature in Coatzacoalcos
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.6 – 29.3 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Coatzacoalcos ranges from 24.3 °C in January to 29.6 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 29.2 and 30.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 24.3° | 23.2° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 24.3° | 23.2° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 25.2° | 23.9° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 26.7° | 25.8° | 27.4° | warm |
| MayMay | 28.1° | 27.2° | 28.9° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.8° | 27.8° | 29.3° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.9° | 28.3° | 29.6° | warm |
| AugustAug | 29.4° | 29.0° | 30.0° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.6° | 29.2° | 30.1° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.5° | 27.6° | 29.3° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.9° | 26.2° | 27.4° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 25.5° | 24.7° | 26.3° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Coatzacoalcos
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 5.6 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Coatzacoalcos, 47 % 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 in Coatzacoalcos: 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, Coatzacoalcos has about 21 rainy days with 256 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Coatzacoalcos
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 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 and clouds in Coatzacoalcos
How breezy and how cloudy Coatzacoalcos 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 Coatzacoalcos typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 67 % of the sky over Coatzacoalcos: mostly cloudy, with about 5.6 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 and humidity in Coatzacoalcos
How often the day gets hot in Coatzacoalcos (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, Coatzacoalcos has about 11 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
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
Planning a trip to Coatzacoalcos
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Coatzacoalcos 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.
Coatzacoalcos has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 68) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 33).
- 60
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 36
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 33
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 44
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 68
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h
- Distance
- 8,710 km
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (7 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.
Storm season
Coatzacoalcos lies in an area that Eastern Pacific hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from May to November, with most storms from August to September. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May: Season
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Season
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Coatzacoalcos vs La Venta
In October Coatzacoalcos has the better holiday weather (score 44 vs 38). During the day La Venta is 1 °C warmer than Coatzacoalcos. La Venta gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Coatzacoalcos | La Venta |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 44 | 38 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 21 | 22 |
| Best time | Dec – Mar | Dec – Feb |
Through the year
Mexico in October: the best places
In October, Coatzacoalcos ranks 21 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 2Santiago de Querétaro26°86
- 3Teotihuacan23°77
- 4Oaxaca de Juárez25°76
- 5Mexico City23°76
- 6Progreso32°28°76
- 7Tula de Allende24°75
- 8Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza24°71
- 21CoatzacoalcosThis page29°29°44
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Frequently asked questions about Coatzacoalcos
When is the best time to visit Coatzacoalcos?
The best time to visit Coatzacoalcos is from December to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Coatzacoalcos?
The sea temperature in Coatzacoalcos ranges from 24.3 °C in January to 29.6 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Coatzacoalcos in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Coatzacoalcos?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 26 °C.
When does it rain most in Coatzacoalcos?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 330 mm. The driest month is April with 21 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Coatzacoalcos get?
Coatzacoalcos gets around 2,220 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.2 hours a day; in January there are 4.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Coatzacoalcos in?
Coatzacoalcos is on UTC−6 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Coatzacoalcos?
A nonstop flight from London to Coatzacoalcos takes about 11 h, for a straight-line distance of about 8,710 km.
When is hurricane season in Coatzacoalcos?
Coatzacoalcos lies in an area that Eastern Pacific hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from May to November, with most storms from August to September. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Coatzacoalcos?
Coatzacoalcos has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 68) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 33). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 60, May half-term 36, summer holidays 33, October half-term 44, Christmas holidays 68.