AI-generatedSantiago de Querétaro at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – Mar
- Warmest month
- May · 32°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,540 h
- Rain a year
- 639 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Elevation
- 1,826 m
Climate in Santiago de Querétaro
Santiago de Querétaro 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 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 24 °C. With around 2,540 hours of sunshine a year, Santiago de Querétaro is sunny; March is the sunniest month with 8.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Santiago de Querétaro
The best time to visit Santiago de Querétaro is from October to March. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to February. The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 130 mm.
Santiago de Querétaro through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Santiago de Querétaro in the dry season
Oct – May
Excellent
- 24–32 °C by day
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Santiago de Querétaro in the rainy season
Jun – Sep
Good
- 27–30 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 59 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: November – January
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: October – March
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 26°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
06:3618:18
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:22–07:06 · evening 17:49–18:32
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:14–06:22 · evening 18:32–18:41
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 Santiago de Querétaro compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 26° from start to end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 12° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.4 h |
What is the weather like in Santiago de Querétaro in October?
In October, Santiago de Querétaro is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 42 min06:36 – 18:18
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 56 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−6offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %57 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %82 %
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
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Santiago de Querétaro
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 Santiago de Querétaro: score 95 against 86. In February, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. February has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 26° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 10° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 7.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 41 mm | 11 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Santiago de Querétaro month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
92January24° · 6.6 h
In January, Santiago de Querétaro is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in January95February27° · 7.5 h
In February, Santiago de Querétaro is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in February83March29° · 8.0 h
In March, Santiago de Querétaro is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 10 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in March67April32° · 7.9 h
In April, Santiago de Querétaro is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in April58May32° · 7.6 h
In May, Santiago de Querétaro is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 43 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in May57June30° · 6.8 h
In June, Santiago de Querétaro is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 13 days, totalling 126 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in June59July28° · 6.8 h
In July, Santiago de Querétaro is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 130 mm. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in July63August28° · 6.8 h
In August, Santiago de Querétaro is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 15 days, totalling 126 mm. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in August67September27° · 5.6 h
In September, Santiago de Querétaro is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 14 days, totalling 117 mm. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in September86October26° · 6.4 h
In October, Santiago de Querétaro is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in October93November25° · 6.8 h
In November, Santiago de Querétaro is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro in November92December24° · 6.6 h
In December, Santiago de Querétaro is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Santiago de Querétaro.
Santiago de Querétaro 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 Santiago de Querétaro
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (8°), the warmest in June (15°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) 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 | 92 | 24° | 8° | 6.6 h | 2 | 6 |
| FebruaryFeb | 95 | 27° | 10° | 7.5 h | 1 | 11 |
| MarchMar | 83 | 29° | 11° | 8.0 h | 2 | 10 |
| AprilApr | 67 | 32° | 14° | 7.9 h | 2 | 11 |
| MayMay | 58 | 32° | 15° | 7.6 h | 7 | 43 |
| JuneJun | 57 | 30° | 15° | 6.8 h | 13 | 126 |
| JulyJul | 59 | 28° | 15° | 6.8 h | 17 | 130 |
| AugustAug | 63 | 28° | 15° | 6.8 h | 15 | 126 |
| SeptemberSep | 67 | 27° | 15° | 5.6 h | 14 | 117 |
| OctoberOct | 86 | 26° | 13° | 6.4 h | 7 | 41 |
| NovemberNov | 93 | 25° | 11° | 6.8 h | 2 | 12 |
| DecemberDec | 92 | 24° | 9° | 6.6 h | 1 | 5 |
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 hours in Santiago de Querétaro
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 11.7 hours of daylight in Santiago de Querétaro, 55 % 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 Santiago de Querétaro: 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, Santiago de Querétaro has about 7 rainy days with 41 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Santiago de Querétaro
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 July (UV 14).
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 and clouds in Santiago de Querétaro
How breezy and how cloudy Santiago de Querétaro 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 Santiago de Querétaro typically peaks at 14 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 56 % of the sky over Santiago de Querétaro: variable cloud, 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 Santiago de Querétaro
How often the day gets hot in Santiago de Querétaro (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, Santiago de Querétaro has about 2 hot days, with an average daytime high of 26 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
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 Santiago de Querétaro
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Santiago de Querétaro 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.
Santiago de Querétaro has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 92) and its weakest during May half-term (score 58).
- 72
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 31 °C by day
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
- 58
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
- 62
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 28 °C by day
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 86
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 92
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 15 min
- Distance
- 8,890 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.
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Santiago de Querétaro vs Celaya
In October the holiday weather in Santiago de Querétaro and Celaya is about equally good (score 86 vs 87). During the day Celaya is 1 °C warmer than Santiago de Querétaro. Celaya gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Santiago de Querétaro | Celaya |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 87 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Oct – Mar | Oct – Mar |
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In October, Santiago de Querétaro ranks 6 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 2León de Los Aldama27°91
- 3San Miguel de Allende26°89
- 4Zacatecas20°89
- 5Celaya27°87
- 6Santiago de QuerétaroThis page26°86
- 7San Luis Potosí24°85
- 8Irapuato28°82
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Frequently asked questions about Santiago de Querétaro
When is the best time to visit Santiago de Querétaro?
The best time to visit Santiago de Querétaro is from October to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Santiago de Querétaro?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 15 °C. January is the coolest month at 24 °C.
When does it rain most in Santiago de Querétaro?
The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 130 mm. The driest month is December with 5 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Santiago de Querétaro get?
Santiago de Querétaro gets around 2,540 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 8.0 hours a day; in September there are 5.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Santiago de Querétaro in?
Santiago de Querétaro is on UTC−6 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Santiago de Querétaro?
A nonstop flight from London to Santiago de Querétaro takes about 11 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,890 km.
Which school holidays are best for Santiago de Querétaro?
Santiago de Querétaro has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 92) and its weakest during May half-term (score 58). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 72, May half-term 58, summer holidays 62, October half-term 86, Christmas holidays 92.