AI-generatedTuxtla Gutiérrez at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Feb
- Warmest month
- Apr · 35°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,390 h
- Rain a year
- 1,092 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Elevation
- 535 m
Climate in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
Tuxtla Gutiérrez has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while November is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 2,390 hours of sunshine a year, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Tuxtla Gutiérrez
The best time to visit Tuxtla Gutiérrez is from November to February. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in November. From March 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 241 mm.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in the dry season
Nov – May
Good
- 28–35 °C by day
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in the rainy season
Jun – Oct
Fair
- 29–31 °C by day
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 117 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Mar – 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: November – January
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: November – February
October is in the hurricane season Hurricane season
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 23°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
06:0517:52
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 05:51–06:33 · evening 17:23–18:05
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:43–05:51 · evening 18:05–18:13
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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 28° at the end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 18° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Tuxtla Gutiérrez in October?
In October, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 137 mm. On about 8 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 47 min06:05 – 17:52
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 27 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 9 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 70 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 8 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−6offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %80 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %37 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %9 %
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
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
December has the better holiday weather in Tuxtla Gutiérrez: score 87 against 50. In December, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. December has 16 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in December.
| Month | October | December |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 87better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 17° |
| Sunshine | 5.2 h | 7.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 17 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 137 mm | 8 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 27 | 6better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
85January28° · 7.2 h
In January, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in January72February31° · 7.3 h
In February, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in February59March33° · 8.0 h
In March, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in March48April35° · 8.3 h
In April, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in April27May34° · 7.0 h
In May, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 94 mm. 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in May35June31° · 5.4 h
In June, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 216 mm. On about 19 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in June35July31° · 6.1 h
In July, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 151 mm. On about 24 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in July37August31° · 5.9 h
In August, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 182 mm. On about 22 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in August41September29° · 4.9 h
In September, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 241 mm. On about 12 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in September50October29° · 5.2 h
In October, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 137 mm. On about 8 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in October82November28° · 6.3 h
In November, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 37 mm. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez in November87December28° · 7.1 h
In December, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez
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°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 27 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (17°), the warmest in May (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from October to February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 218 days a year, mostly from May to November.
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 | 85 | 28° | 17° | 7.2 h | 1 | 4 |
| FebruaryFeb | 72 | 31° | 18° | 7.3 h | 1 | 3 |
| MarchMar | 59 | 33° | 20° | 8.0 h | 1 | 4 |
| AprilApr | 48 | 35° | 21° | 8.3 h | 4 | 17 |
| MayMay | 27 | 34° | 22° | 7.0 h | 15 | 94 |
| JuneJun | 35 | 31° | 21° | 5.4 h | 25 | 216 |
| JulyJul | 35 | 31° | 20° | 6.1 h | 24 | 151 |
| AugustAug | 37 | 31° | 20° | 5.9 h | 25 | 182 |
| SeptemberSep | 41 | 29° | 20° | 4.9 h | 26 | 241 |
| OctoberOct | 50 | 29° | 19° | 5.2 h | 17 | 137 |
| NovemberNov | 82 | 28° | 18° | 6.3 h | 5 | 37 |
| DecemberDec | 87 | 28° | 17° | 7.1 h | 1 | 8 |
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
16.75° N, 93.12° W · 535 m · America/Merida
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
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 5.2 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, 44 % 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez: 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, Tuxtla Gutiérrez has about 17 rainy days with 137 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
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 20 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez
How breezy and how cloudy Tuxtla Gutiérrez 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez typically peaks at 9 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 70 % of the sky over Tuxtla Gutiérrez: mostly cloudy, with about 5.2 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez
How often the day gets hot in Tuxtla Gutiérrez (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, Tuxtla Gutiérrez has about 8 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez
Weather for your travel dates
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Tuxtla Gutiérrez 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.
Tuxtla Gutiérrez has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 86) and its weakest during May half-term (score 29).
- 51
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 34 °C by day
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 29
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 36
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 50
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 86
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h
- Distance
- 8,740 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
Tuxtla Gutiérrez 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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Tuxtla Gutiérrez vs San Cristóbal de Las Casas
In October San Cristóbal de Las Casas has the better holiday weather (score 56 vs 50). During the day San Cristóbal de Las Casas is 8 °C cooler than Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
| in October | Tuxtla Gutiérrez | San Cristóbal de Las Casas |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 56 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 19 |
| Best time | Nov – Feb | Dec – Apr |
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Frequently asked questions about Tuxtla Gutiérrez
When is the best time to visit Tuxtla Gutiérrez?
The best time to visit Tuxtla Gutiérrez is from November to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Tuxtla Gutiérrez?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 21 °C. November is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Tuxtla Gutiérrez?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 241 mm. The driest month is February with 3 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tuxtla Gutiérrez get?
Tuxtla Gutiérrez gets around 2,390 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.3 hours a day; in September there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Tuxtla Gutiérrez in?
Tuxtla Gutiérrez is on UTC−6 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Tuxtla Gutiérrez?
A nonstop flight from London to Tuxtla Gutiérrez takes about 11 h, for a straight-line distance of about 8,740 km.
When is hurricane season in Tuxtla Gutiérrez?
Tuxtla Gutiérrez 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 Tuxtla Gutiérrez?
Tuxtla Gutiérrez has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 86) and its weakest during May half-term (score 29). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 51, May half-term 29, summer holidays 36, October half-term 50, Christmas holidays 86.