Monthly climate guide
Zacatecas weather in January
Expect mild weather in Zacatecas in January: afternoons reach about 20°C (68°F), while nights drop to around 4°C (39°F). Around 13 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and 3°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Just 200 km apart, but Zacatecas runs about 2°C cooler than León this month.
- Rain is well below Zacatecas's usual level (around 62% less).
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Zacatecas.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 16°C, so pack a layer.
January is typically Zacatecas's coolest month.
Avg high
20°C
68°F
Avg low
4°C
39°F
Rainfall
13 mm
very dry
Humidity
53%
relative
Sky
39%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Zacatecas weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 68°F | 4°C / 39°F | 13 mm | 53% | 39% |
| February | 23°C / 73°F | 6°C / 42°F | 12 mm | 47% | 32% |
| March | 25°C / 78°F | 7°C / 45°F | 12 mm | 40% | 32% |
| April | 28°C / 83°F | 10°C / 49°F | 4 mm | 32% | 36% |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 13°C / 55°F | 18 mm | 37% | 37% |
| June | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 58°F | 57 mm | 51% | 52% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 56°F | 79 mm | 59% | 59% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 56°F | 64 mm | 60% | 52% |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 13°C / 55°F | 88 mm | 67% | 58% |
| October | 25°C / 77°F | 10°C / 51°F | 33 mm | 62% | 36% |
| November | 23°C / 73°F | 7°C / 45°F | 18 mm | 61% | 35% |
| December | 21°C / 69°F | 5°C / 41°F | 10 mm | 58% | 39% |
What to pack for January
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is January a good time to visit Zacatecas?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Zacatecas →Other Mexico cities in January
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Zacatecas in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Zacatecas?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Zacatecas, with highs around 20°C and about 13 mm of rain.
How warm is Zacatecas in January?
Average highs are about 20°C (68°F) and average lows about 4°C (39°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Zacatecas in January?
Zacatecas typically gets around 13 mm of rain in January — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Zacatecas (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.