The best times to visit San Carlos for ideal weather are

November 19th to April 15th

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

 

 


Other San Carlos Travel Info

Weather in San Carlos

Temperature

Average temperatures in San Carlos vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 59th 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 San Carlos, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 99°F (37.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.7°F (26.5°C) at night.

San Carlos Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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San Carlos 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.

San Carlos Perceived Temperature (F)

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San Carlos Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average San Carlos 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 78.6 64.5 49
Feb 80.8 66.2 50
Mar 85.3 70.3 54.3
Apr 87.5 73.9 58.1
May 91.9 79.4 63.2
Jun 96 84.9 71.8
Jul 97.2 88.3 78.1
Aug 98.3 89.4 79.3
Sep 97.4 88.1 77.3
Oct 93.8 81.2 66.4
Nov 86.2 72.7 56.8
Dec 78.4 65 49.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 25.9 18.1 9.4
Feb 27.1 19 10
Mar 29.6 21.3 12.4
Apr 30.8 23.3 14.5
May 33.3 26.3 17.3
Jun 35.6 29.4 22.1
Jul 36.2 31.3 25.6
Aug 36.8 31.9 26.3
Sep 36.3 31.2 25.2
Oct 34.3 27.3 19.1
Nov 30.1 22.6 13.8
Dec 25.8 18.3 9.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in San Carlos are April, May, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid August with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

When can you find snow in San Carlos? 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 San Carlos.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in San Carlos (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 2% 0 0.2
Feb 2% 0 0.5
Mar 1% 0 0.7
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 4% 0 0.9
Aug 8% 0 2.3
Sep 5% 0 1.5
Oct 3% 0 0.3
Nov 2% 0 0.4
Dec 3% 0 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 0.5
Feb 2 0 1.3
Mar 1 0 1.8
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 4 0 2.3
Aug 8 0 5.8
Sep 5 0 3.8
Oct 3 0 0.8
Nov 2 0 1
Dec 3 0 1

 

Humidity and Wind

San Carlos has some humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is April (38.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (62.1%).

Wind in San Carlos is usually calm. The windiest month is June, followed by April and May. June’s average wind speed of around 5.3 knots (6.1 MPH or 9.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late June where average top sustained speeds reach 10.9 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in San Carlos.

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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 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Feb 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.2 Light breeze 8.7 Light breeze
Apr 5 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
May 4.9 Light breeze 10 Light breeze
Jun 5.3 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.8 Light breeze 9.4 Light breeze
Aug 4 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.4 Barely noticeable 7.2 Light breeze
Oct 3 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Nov 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Dec 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 44%
Feb 43.7%
Mar 39.8%
Apr 38.7%
May 39.5%
Jun 50.9%
Jul 59.6%
Aug 62.1%
Sep 61.4%
Oct 49.6%
Nov 46.9%
Dec 47.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to San Carlos?

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 San Carlos, Mexico is March, followed by January and February. 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 San Carlos in May. 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 53.1 in May means 53.1% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall San Carlos Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.5°F (35.3°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°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 0 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in San Carlos, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 97.8°F (36.6°C) and 81.8°F (27.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 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 somewhat cool this time of year in San Carlos to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.1°F (28.9°C) and 75.6°F (24.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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