Tijuana, Mexico Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Tijuana
Tijuana has a semi-arid climate, marked by big day-to-night temperature swings and modest rainfall. Average daytime highs range from about 63°F (17°C) in January to around 77°F (25°C) in August, and the city records roughly 45 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 77°F (25°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 63°F (17°C)
- Record high: 97°F (36°C) · Record low: 36°F (2°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: January (7 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.5 h sun/day)
- Climate type: semi-arid - big day-to-night temperature swings and modest rainfall
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 77°F (25°C) and overnight lows stay near 66°F (19°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 63°F (17°C) and lows around 48°F (9°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 97°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 36°F (2°C).
Rain, sun and snow
January is usually the wettest month. It brings about 2.5 inches (63 mm) of rain over 7 days, while June is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.5 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63° | 48° | 7 | 2.5 in | 8.6 h/day | 70% |
| February | 64° | 49° | 6 | 2.0 in | 9.2 h/day | 67% |
| March | 64° | 51° | 8 | 2.3 in | 10.3 h/day | 74% |
| April | 67° | 54° | 4 | 0.7 in | 11.0 h/day | 73% |
| May | 66° | 57° | 4 | 0.7 in | 11.1 h/day | 75% |
| June | 71° | 60° | 1 | 0.1 in | 12.1 h/day | 76% |
| July | 75° | 64° | 0 | 0.1 in | 12.5 h/day | 78% |
| August | 77° | 66° | 1 | 0.3 in | 11.7 h/day | 78% |
| September | 77° | 65° | 2 | 0.6 in | 10.7 h/day | 76% |
| October | 74° | 60° | 2 | 0.4 in | 10.0 h/day | 69% |
| November | 69° | 53° | 4 | 1.0 in | 9.5 h/day | 61% |
| December | 64° | 49° | 6 | 2.3 in | 8.3 h/day | 66% |
Tijuana month by month
Tijuana weather in January
January brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 48°F (9°C), about 7 wet days - typically the coldest month and the wettest month of the year in Tijuana.
Tijuana weather in February
February brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 49°F (9°C), about 6 wet days.
Tijuana weather in March
March brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 51°F (10°C), about 8 wet days.
Tijuana weather in April
April brings highs around 67°F (19°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 4 wet days.
Tijuana weather in May
May brings highs around 66°F (19°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 4 wet days.
Tijuana weather in June
June brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 1 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Tijuana.
Tijuana weather in July
July brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 0 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Tijuana.
Tijuana weather in August
August brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 1 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Tijuana.
Tijuana weather in September
September brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 2 wet days.
Tijuana weather in October
October brings highs around 74°F (24°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 2 wet days.
Tijuana weather in November
November brings highs around 69°F (21°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 4 wet days.
Tijuana weather in December
December brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 49°F (9°C), about 6 wet days.
Seasons in Tijuana
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Tijuana stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and nights around 54°F (12°C); rain falls on about 16 days over the three months.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Tijuana is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 75°F (24°C) and nights around 64°F (18°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Tijuana is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (23°C) and nights around 59°F (15°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Tijuana is mild, with daytime highs averaging 64°F (18°C) and nights around 49°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 18 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Tijuana
The best time to visit Tijuana is generally April to July and January to February, when temperatures are at their most comfortable before or after the peak heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 68°F (20°C).
Pack for Tijuana with light layers that can adapt to mild swings through the day. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 66°F (19°C).
Tijuana temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.