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San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán weather & best time to visit

Nature escape

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán at a glance

Best time
Dec – Feb
Warmest month
May · 36°
Sunshine a year
2,130 h
Rain a year
1,593 mm
Climate
Tropical
Time zone
UTC−6
Elevation
22 m

Climate in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán 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 36 °C, while January is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,130 hours of sunshine a year, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is moderately sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.1 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

The best time to visit San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is from December to February. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to January. From April to June it can get very hot, with highs of up to 36 °C. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 275 mm.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in the dry season

Nov – May

58

Fair

  • 27–36 °C by day
  • 5.9 h of sun a day
  • 60 rainy days in all

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in the rainy season

Jun – Oct

26

Poor

  • 30–33 °C by day
  • 5.8 h of sun a day
  • 121 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

No sea nearby

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Dec – Jan

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Apr – Jun

Highs of 33 °C or more

Rainy months

Jun – Oct

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán for you.

Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: December – February

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

38

Holiday weather in October

Poor

Best time to visit: December – February

October is in the hurricane season Hurricane season

Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 25°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 30°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 26°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 24°

06:1217:58

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 05:58–06:41 · evening 17:28–18:11
Blue hour
Morning 05:50–05:58 · evening 18:11–18:19

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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 30° at the start of the month to 29° at the end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high30°29°
Night-time low22°21°
Daylight12.0 h11.5 h

What is the weather like in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in October?

In October, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 207 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 46 min06:12 – 17:58
UV index
10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
30 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
68 %on averageAll months
Hot days
15 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC−6offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 50 %60 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %38 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Nature escape”.

What to pack in October

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • Light, breathable clothes
  • Water bottle – drink plenty
  • Insect repellent
  • Rain jacket or umbrella

Compare two months in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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February has the better holiday weather in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán: score 71 against 38. In February, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. February has 13 fewer rainy days.

October vs February, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán
MonthOctoberFebruary
Holiday weather score3871better
Daytime high30°28°
Night-time low22°19°
Sunshine5.3 h5.3 h
Rainy days207better
Rainfall207 mm31 mmbetter
Muggy days3020better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

70January27° · 4.0 h

In January, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 58 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in January
71February28° · 5.3 h

In February, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 31 mm. On about 10 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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in February
59March32° · 6.9 h

In March, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in March
46April35° · 8.1 h

In April, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 21 mm in total. On about 27 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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in April
35May36° · 7.9 h

In May, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 68 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, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in May
19June33° · 6.7 h

In June, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 217 mm. On about 28 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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in June
24July32° · 6.0 h

In July, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 269 mm. On about 29 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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in July
24August32° · 5.9 h

In August, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 272 mm. On about 29 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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in August
27September31° · 5.1 h

In September, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 275 mm. On about 23 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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in September
38October30° · 5.3 h

In October, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 207 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in October
57November28° · 4.8 h

In November, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 102 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in November
69December27° · 4.0 h

In December, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 54 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in December

Climate in detail

Year & climate table

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Pleasant 15–20°
  • Warm 20–24°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

WarmOctober: nights around 22°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 30 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (19°), the warmest in May (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 318 days a year.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 30°Night 22°
DayNight
MonthScoreDayNightSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan7027°19°4.0 h1058
FebruaryFeb7128°19°5.3 h731
MarchMar5932°21°6.9 h519
AprilApr4635°23°8.1 h521
MayMay3536°25°7.9 h968
JuneJun1933°24°6.7 h22217
JulyJul2432°23°6.0 h26269
AugustAug2432°23°5.9 h27272
SeptemberSep2731°23°5.1 h25275
OctoberOct3830°22°5.3 h20207
NovemberNov5728°20°4.8 h14102
DecemberDec6927°19°4.0 h1154

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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Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,130 hours
Sunniest month
Apr · 8.1 h a day
Least sunshine
Jan · 4.0 h a day
OctoberSunshine 5.3 hDaylight 11.8 hShare of daylight 45 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 5.3 of 11.8 hours of daylight in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán, 45 % 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

Rain in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán: 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.

Per year
1,593 mm on 181 days
Wettest month
Sep · 275 mm
Driest month
Mar · 19 mm
OctoberRainy days 20Rainfall 207 mm

In October, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán has about 20 rainy days with 207 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

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 & clouds
Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

How breezy and how cloudy San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán 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.

Year average
15 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Apr · 19 km/h
Calmest month
Sep · 12 km/h
OctoberWind 13 km/hBeaufort 3

In October, the wind in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
61 % · variable cloud
Clearest month
Apr · 37 %
Cloudiest month
Sep · 82 %
OctoberCloud cover 68 %Sunshine 5.3 h

In October, cloud covers on average 68 % of the sky over San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán: mostly cloudy, with about 5.3 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 & humidity

Heat and humidity in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

How often the day gets hot in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
225 days
Hottest month
May · 36 °C
Hot months
Mar – Oct

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 15Daytime high 30 °C

In October, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán has about 15 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.

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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán 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.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 70) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 24).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    50

    Fair

    • 34 °C by day
    • 7.7 h of sun a day
    • 5 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    32

    Poor

    • 35 °C by day
    • 7.7 h of sun a day
    • 12 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    24

    Poor

    • 32 °C by day
    • 5.9 h of sun a day
    • 27 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season

  • October half-term

    Oct

    38

    Poor

    • 30 °C by day
    • 5.3 h of sun a day
    • 20 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    70

    GoodBest holidays

    • 27 °C by day
    • 4.0 h of sun a day
    • 11 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 11 h 5 min
Distance
8,760 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.

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.

Storm season

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán 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.

  1. January
  2. February
  3. March
  4. April
  5. May: Season
  6. June: Season
  7. July: Season
  8. August: Peak
  9. September: Peak
  10. October: Season
  11. November: Season
  12. 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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San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán vs Coatzacoalcos

In October Coatzacoalcos has the better holiday weather (score 46 vs 38). During the day Coatzacoalcos is 1 °C cooler than San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán. Coatzacoalcos gets one more hour of sunshine a day.

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán vs Coatzacoalcos, in October
in OctoberSan Lorenzo TenochtitlánCoatzacoalcos
Holiday weather score3846
Daytime high30°29°
Seano sea nearby29°
Sunshine5 h6 h
Rainy days2021
Best timeDec – FebDec – Mar

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In October, San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán ranks 26 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

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  4. 4Mexico City23°76
  5. 5Progreso32°28°76
  6. 6Tula de Allende24°75
  7. 7Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza24°71
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  9. 26San Lorenzo TenochtitlánThis page30°38
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Frequently asked questions about San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

When is the best time to visit San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán?

The best time to visit San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is from December to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

What is the warmest month in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán?

May is the warmest month, with average highs of 36 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 27 °C.

When does it rain most in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán?

The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 275 mm. The driest month is March with 19 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán get?

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán gets around 2,130 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.1 hours a day; in January there are 4.0 hours a day.

What time zone is San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán in?

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán is on UTC−6 all year.

How long is the flight from London to San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán?

A nonstop flight from London to San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán takes about 11 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,760 km.

When is hurricane season in San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán?

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán 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 San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán?

San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 70) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 24). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 50, May half-term 32, summer holidays 24, October half-term 38, Christmas holidays 70.