Oaxaca weather
At 6:45 PM local time it was clear and 23°C (73°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Nov–Apr. Oaxaca sits 1552 m (5,092 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Oaxaca, Oaxaca, Mexico.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 5%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–AprOff season Jun–Sep
About Oaxaca weather
Is it raining in Oaxaca right now?
No. It’s clear and 23° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Oaxaca this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–29° and lows of 11–15°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Oaxaca lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 1.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Oaxaca?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Oaxaca weather by month
When is the best time to visit Oaxaca?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Oaxaca is Nov–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 20°C (69°F) in November to 29°C (83°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Oaxaca?
September is the wettest month, with about 203 mm (8.0 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 6 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Oaxaca?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 29°C (83°F) and lows of 12°C (53°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 20°C (69°F) and lows of 8°C (47°F).
Does Oaxaca have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months