Veracruz weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Veracruz, Mexico. Like most weather services, we show Veracruz at one spot: Veracruz, its largest city. At 3:30 PM local time it was mostly clear and 28°C (82°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM, 3 AM, 8 AM (7.5 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Apr.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 35%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM, 3 AM, 8 AM (7.5 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–AprOff season Jun–Sep
About Veracruz weather
Is it raining in Veracruz right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 28° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM, 3 AM, 8 AM (7.5 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Veracruz this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–30° and lows of 22–24°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Sunday, Friday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Veracruz lately?
In the past 7 days, Veracruz had 6 rainy days and 26.9 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Veracruz?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Veracruz weather by month
When is the best time to visit Veracruz?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Veracruz is Nov–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (76°F) in January to 33°C (92°F) in May.
What is the rainiest month in Veracruz?
September is the wettest month, with about 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 25 mm (1.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Veracruz?
May is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (92°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (76°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F).
Does Veracruz have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Veracruz), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Veracruz
Weather can differ a lot within Veracruz: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veracruz | Nov–Apr | Jun–Oct | 25–33°C | 1,638 mm |
| Xalapa de Enríquez | Nov–May | Jun–Oct | 20–29°C | 1,462 mm |
| Coatzacoalcos | Jan–Apr | Jun–Nov | 24–33°C | 2,291 mm |
| Córdoba | Nov–May | Jun–Sep | 21–29°C | 1,401 mm |
| Poza Rica de Hidalgo | Nov–Apr | Jun–Oct | 23–34°C | 1,499 mm |
| Orizaba | Nov–May | Jun–Sep | 21–29°C | 1,401 mm |
| Minatitlán | Jan–Apr | Jun–Nov | 24–33°C | 2,291 mm |
| Túxpam de Rodríguez Cano | Nov–May | Jun–Oct | 23–32°C | 1,309 mm |
| San Andrés Tuxtla | Dec–May | Jun–Nov | 23–31°C | 2,138 mm |
| Martínez de la Torre | Nov–May | Jun–Oct | 21–30°C | 1,651 mm |
| Coatepec | Nov–May | Jun–Oct | 20–29°C | 1,462 mm |
| Papantla de Olarte | Nov–Apr | Jun–Oct | 23–34°C | 1,499 mm |
Cities and towns in Veracruz
- Veracruz
- Xalapa de Enríquez
- Coatzacoalcos
- Córdoba
- Poza Rica de Hidalgo
- Orizaba
- Minatitlán
- Túxpam de Rodríguez Cano
- San Andrés Tuxtla
- Martínez de la Torre
- Coatepec
- Papantla de Olarte
- Acayucan
- Tierra Blanca
- Las Choapas
- Pánuco
- Río Blanco
- Perote
- Agua Dulce
- Ciudad Mendoza
- Tlapacoyan
- Coatzintla
- Jáltipan de Morelos
- Huatusco
- Tantoyuca
- Cosamaloapan
- Catemaco
- Misantla
- Isla
- Ixtaczoquitlán
- Valente Diaz
- Nanchital de Lázaro Cárdenas del Río
- Álamo
- La Isla
- Allende
- Alvarado
- Cosoleacaque
- Cerro Azul
- Nogales
- Fortín de las Flores
- Naranjos
- Altotonga
- Banderilla
- José Cardel
- Lerdo de Tejada
- Xico
- Carlos A. Carrillo
- Tres Valles
- Fraccionamiento Ciudad Olmeca
- Santiago Tuxtla
- Villa Independencia
- Coscomatepec de Bravo
- Alto Lucero