Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Guadalajara in September
Little changes in Guadalajara from August: highs stay near 78°F (26°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), and about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 67/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 5.6 in (143 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What September feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (26°C).
Lows average 60°F (16°C).
Humidity averages 79%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 5.6 in (143 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are October – March.
- Comfort holds steady from August (65 → 67/100).
- Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Guadalajara in September
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Teatro Degollado
Neoclassical theatre and home of the Jalisco Philharmonic, with a painted ceiling.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.6 in of rain.
Guadalajara Cathedral
Twin-spired cathedral at the heart of a ring of plazas in the historic centre.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in September.
Tlaquepaque
Former village of galleries and ceramics shops, with mariachi at El Parián plaza.
La Fuente
Cantina open since 1921, with old regulars and live music, steps from the cathedral.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.6 in of rain.
Alcalde
Chef Paco Ruano's modern Mexican tasting menus, ranked among Latin America's best.
Why now Easy to slot in when September's rain moves in.
Nearby in September
- Tequila in September~35 mi · highs 82°F, 6.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Puerto Vallarta in September~121 mi · highs 90°F, 13.1 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Mexico City in September~287 mi · highs 72°F, 5.8 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Guadalajara in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Guadalajara?
It's middling, scoring 67/100. The best months are October – March, at up to 100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain. Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Guadalajara in September?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 60°F (16°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Guadalajara in September?
Yes: about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.6 in (802 mm).
What should I pack for Guadalajara in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.6 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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