Oaxaca Braces for Warm Weather as Temperatures Reach 30°C

Oaxaca City is set to experience clear skies and rising temperatures this Friday, February 20, 2026, with a forecast high of 30°C (86°F), according to the National Water Commission (Conagua). Residents should prepare for a significant temperature swing, as the overnight low is expected to drop to 8°C (46°F).

Detailed Hourly Forecast

Here’s a breakdown of the expected temperatures throughout the day:

• Midnight (00:00): 12°C (54°F)
• 5:00 AM – 7:00 AM: 10°C (50°F)
• Daily Minimum: 8°C (46°F)
• 10:00 AM: 21°C (70°F)
• 1:00 PM: 27°C (81°F)
• 3:00 PM: 30°C (86°F)
• 4:00 PM: 28°C (82°F)
• 6:00 PM: 24°C (75°F) – Slightly Cloudy
• 8:00 PM: 19°C (66°F) – Cloudy
• 11:00 PM: 13°C (55°F) – Slightly Cloudy

Wind Conditions

Winds will be light, blowing from the southeast at 5 to 10 km/h (3 to 6 mph), with gusts potentially reaching up to 23 km/h (14 mph).

Health and Safety Recommendations

Authorities recommend that residents dress warmly during the cooler morning hours and stay hydrated throughout the day. It is as well advisable to avoid sudden changes in temperature to prevent illness.

Recent Developments in Oaxaca

These weather conditions follow recent challenges in the region. Oaxaca and Guerrero are still recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Erick in 2025, which damaged at least 26,000 homes [Mexico News Daily]. Governor Salomón Jara Cruz recently dismissed 12 cabinet members following a recall referendum [Mexico Solidarity], signaling a period of administrative change within the state government.