Weather & Climate in San Jacinto, Mexico
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
San Jacinto experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 9,042 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,042 ft (2,756 m) |
| Area | 300.5 sq mi (778.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.3629°N, 99.3231°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
204 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.1.
| Sep 19, 2017 | 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico | M7.1 | 126 km | 48 km |
| Jul 21, 2000 | 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico | M5.9 | 114 km | 80 km |
| Jun 16, 2013 | 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico | M5.8 | 135 km | 52 km |
| Feb 28, 2025 | 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico | M5.0 | 119 km | 65 km |
| May 26, 2005 | 7 km ESE of Cocula, Mexico | M4.7 | 130 km | 93 km |
| Apr 22, 1994 | 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico | M4.6 | 129 km | 70 km |
| Apr 5, 2022 | 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico | M4.5 | 140 km | 4 km |
| Jun 29, 2013 | 10 km WNW of Tequicuilco, Mexico | M4.5 | 135 km | 55 km |
| Mar 15, 1998 | 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico | M4.2 | 108 km | 15 km |
| Jul 17, 2012 | 12 km NNW of Ixcapuzalco, Mexico | M4.1 | 104 km | 76 km |
| Jan 26, 2013 | 2 km WSW of Tonalapa del Sur, Mexico | M4.1 | 144 km | 52 km |
| Mar 4, 2000 | 3 km NE of Tulcingo, Mexico | M4.1 | 97 km | 0 km |
| May 28, 2007 | 6 km NNE of Acapetlahuaya, Mexico | M4.1 | 125 km | 55 km |
| Apr 21, 1998 | central Mexico | M4.1 | 84 km | 0 km |
| Mar 2, 2002 | 8 km SW of Acapetlahuaya, Mexico | M4.1 | 140 km | 51 km |
| Mar 12, 2000 | 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico | M4.1 | 80 km | 5 km |
| Mar 21, 1998 | 8 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico | M4.1 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 2013 | 6 km E of Mayanalán, Mexico | M4.1 | 133 km | 38 km |
| Feb 4, 2003 | Puebla region, Mexico | M4.1 | 98 km | 1 km |
| May 6, 2013 | 12 km NW of San Pedro Benito Juárez, Mexico | M4.1 | 82 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
15 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2025 | Erick | Category 2 | 75 mph | 252 km |
| 2024 | John | Category 2 | 98 mph | 235 km |
| 2023 | Otis | Category 5 | 167 mph | 212 km |
| 2021 | Grace | Category 3 | 121 mph | 212 km |
| 2017 | Franklin | Category 1 | 81 mph | 294 km |
| 2017 | Katia | Category 1 | 81 mph | 270 km |
| 2017 | Max | Category 1 | - | 300 km |
| 2010 | Karl | Category 1 | - | 270 km |
| 2007 | Dean | Category 2 | 98 mph | 246 km |
| 2007 | Lorenzo | Category 1 | 75 mph | 265 km |
| 1997 | Pauline | Category 1 | 81 mph | 266 km |
| 1993 | Gert | Category 2 | 98 mph | 221 km |
| 1990 | Diana | Category 2 | 98 mph | 264 km |
| 1989 | Cosme | Category 1 | 75 mph | 276 km |
| 1988 | Debby | Category 1 | 75 mph | 258 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (37 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 37 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 54 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 83 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 97 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 199 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in |
San Jacinto has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in January to 64°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and February the driest (0.4").