The best times to visit Copper Canyon for ideal weather are

November 5th to March 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Copper Canyon Travel Info

Weather in Copper Canyon

Temperature

Average temperatures in Copper Canyon vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 37th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Copper Canyon, the hottest months are June, May, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid June where highs are regularly around 106.8°F (41.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.1°F (23.9°C) at night.

Copper Canyon Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Copper Canyon Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Copper Canyon Perceived Temperature (F)

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Copper Canyon Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Copper Canyon Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 85.1 65.4 48.1
Feb 88.6 68.4 49.4
Mar 94 74.2 54.3
Apr 98.2 79.6 59.2
May 103.2 85.7 64.9
Jun 105.4 90.6 75.5
Jul 98.6 85.2 74.9
Aug 97.6 84.9 74.4
Sep 97.1 83.9 73
Oct 97.8 80.4 65.2
Nov 92.4 72.4 55.6
Dec 85 64.8 48.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.5 18.6 8.9
Feb 31.4 20.2 9.7
Mar 34.4 23.4 12.4
Apr 36.8 26.4 15.1
May 39.6 29.8 18.3
Jun 40.8 32.6 24.2
Jul 37 29.6 23.8
Aug 36.4 29.4 23.6
Sep 36.2 28.8 22.8
Oct 36.6 26.9 18.4
Nov 33.6 22.4 13.1
Dec 29.4 18.2 9.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Copper Canyon are April, May, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid July with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 16th.

When can you find snow in Copper Canyon? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Copper Canyon.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Copper Canyon (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 0 0.3
Feb 2% 0 0.4
Mar 1% 0 0.4
Apr 0% 0 0
May 1% 0 0.1
Jun 11% 0 2.8
Jul 33% 0 8.5
Aug 26% 0 8.3
Sep 23% 0 4.5
Oct 5% 0 1.4
Nov 5% 0 0.9
Dec 4% 0 1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 0.8
Feb 2 0 1
Mar 1 0 1
Apr 0 0 0
May 1 0 0.3
Jun 11 0 7.1
Jul 33 0 21.6
Aug 26 0 21.1
Sep 23 0 11.4
Oct 5 0 3.6
Nov 5 0 2.3
Dec 4 0 2.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Copper Canyon has some very humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is May (26.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (70%).

Wind in Copper Canyon is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is May, followed by June and April. May’s average wind speed of around 2.9 knots (3.4 MPH or 5.5 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May to early June where average top sustained speeds reach 8.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Copper Canyon.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 0.6 Still 4.4 Light breeze
Feb 1.1 Barely noticeable 4.7 Light breeze
Mar 1.9 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Apr 2.2 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
May 2.9 Barely noticeable 7.2 Light breeze
Jun 2.5 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Jul 1.5 Barely noticeable 4.8 Light breeze
Aug 1.3 Barely noticeable 4.7 Light breeze
Sep 1.2 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Oct 0.9 Still 4.2 Light breeze
Nov 0.9 Still 4.1 Light breeze
Dec 0.7 Still 4.3 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 51%
Feb 41.8%
Mar 35.4%
Apr 31.1%
May 26.3%
Jun 41%
Jul 64.8%
Aug 69.4%
Sep 70%
Oct 57.6%
Nov 52.8%
Dec 56.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Copper Canyon?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Mexico; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Copper Canyon, Mexico is June, followed by May and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Copper Canyon in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44 in December means 44% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Copper Canyon Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 105.6°F (40.9°C) and 91.1°F (32.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Copper Canyon, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 99°F (37.2°C) and 88.4°F (31.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Copper Canyon to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 91.9°F (33.3°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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