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Best time to visit Oaxaca
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
Best time to visit Oaxaca, Mexico
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
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| January | 18-28°C, dry and sunny | moderate | moderate |
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| February | 19-29°C, dry and sunny | moderate | moderate |
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| March | 20-30°C, dry and sunny | moderate | moderate |
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| April | 21-31°C, warm with increasing humidity | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Semana Santa dates vary, check calendar. | |
| May | 22-32°C, warm and humid with afternoon showers | low | low |
⚠ Rain increases, potentially impacting outdoor plans. | |
| June | 21-30°C, frequent afternoon thunderstorms | low | low |
⚠ Heavy rainfall can disrupt travel and activities. | |
| July | 20-29°C, humid with daily rain | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Guelaguetza is a major event; book accommodations well in advance. | |
| August | 20-28°C, humid with frequent rain | low | low |
⚠ Still within hurricane season, though direct impacts are less common inland. | |
| September | 19-27°C, very humid with heavy rain | low | low |
⚠ Peak of hurricane season; significant rainfall and potential for travel disruption. | |
| October | 19-28°C, less rain, sunny days | moderate | moderate |
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| November | 18-27°C, dry and sunny | high | high |
⚠ Día de Muertos is extremely popular; book everything months in advance. | |
| December | 17-26°C, dry and sunny | peak | peak |
⚠ Christmas and New Year's week sees peak crowds and prices. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
Solemn religious processions and vibrant local celebrations.
Oaxaca's largest cultural festival showcasing traditional music, dance, and crafts from across the state.
A profound and colorful celebration honoring deceased loved ones with altars, marigolds, and festivities.
A culinary celebration dedicated to Oaxaca's famous complex sauces.
A significant cultural event featuring traditional dances and music from Oaxaca's diverse regions.
Decorations, posadas (parties), and festive markets fill the city.
Insider timing tips
- •The rainy season (June-September) brings lush green landscapes but also significant humidity and frequent, heavy downpours that can disrupt travel.
- •November is peak season due to Día de Muertos, meaning high prices and dense crowds, especially around Nov 1-2. Book far in advance.
- •While coastal areas are directly impacted by hurricanes, inland Oaxaca (like the city) experiences heavy rainfall and potential travel disruptions during the September-October period.
- •Shoulder months like October and April offer a good balance of pleasant weather and manageable crowds, though April's Semana Santa can be exceptionally busy.
- •Local holidays and festivals, even outside major events, can lead to unexpected closures of shops and some attractions, particularly on religious feast days.
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