Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Oaxaca in July
Oaxaca edges cooler than June, with highs of 76°F (24°C), lows of 58°F (15°C) and about 5.9 in (151 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 5.9 in (151 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (24°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 58°F (15°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.9 in (151 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 75%.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are November – March.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 20.6 in (523 mm) in total.
- Comfort improves from 60/100 in June to 64/100.
- Our Mexico City to Oaxaca route recommends Oct – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Oaxaca in July
With 5.9 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Mercado 20 de Noviembre
Market with the smoky Pasillo de Humo, where you pick raw meats to grill on the spot.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.9 in of rain.
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán
Gilded baroque church with the Museo de las Culturas in the former convent.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.9 in of rain.
Árbol del Tule
Ancient cypress in Santa María del Tule with one of the widest trunks in the world.
In Situ Mezcalería
Mezcal bar with hundreds of bottles, many from small producers.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Teotitlán del Valle
Zapotec weaving village where families dye wool rugs with natural pigments.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in July.
Nearby in July
- Puebla in July~167 mi · highs 74°F, 5.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Mexico City in July~227 mi · highs 74°F, 6.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,953 m to Oaxaca's ~1,597 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Oaxaca in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Oaxaca?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are November – March, at up to 97. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 5.9 in (151 mm) of rain. Our Mexico City to Oaxaca route recommends Oct – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Oaxaca in July?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Oaxaca in July?
Yes: about 5.9 in (151 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.5 in (978 mm).
What should I pack for Oaxaca in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Oaxaca in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.