Month guide · Oaxaca · Mexico
Oaxaca in September
What September is really like in Oaxaca: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
September is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 27°C (81°F), lows of 15°C (59°F), about 15 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Often the wettest month, with heavy afternoon storms; some village roads become muddy.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 27°C (81°F) / 15°C (59°F)
- Rainy days
- About 15
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 9th-warmest month in Oaxaca: days average 27°C (81°F) against a yearly average high of 29°C (84°F), and nights fall to about 15°C (59°F). Rain falls on roughly 15 of its 30 days. Compared with August (28°C (82°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:15
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:29
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
Rainy season (June–September). Sunny mornings, afternoon storms and green countryside, with the Guelaguetza and mezcal fair in July and quiet, cheaper weeks otherwise.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in July). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
- Independence Day celebrations on the Zócalo (night of 15 September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Experience · Centro Histórico
Oaxacan cooking class
Choose a class that includes the market visit; seeing chilhuacle and pasilla chiles on sale helps you recognise moles afterwards.
- Time needed
- 4–6 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Food
- Couples
- Rainy day
Religious site · Santo Domingo and the Andador
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán
Oaxaca's most spectacular church was built by Dominican friars from the late 16th century and is covered inside with gilded and polychrome stucco.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
- Free
- Photo spot
Historic site · Monte Albán
Monte Albán
Go early, when it is cooler and the light is soft; there is little shade, so bring a hat and water.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Views
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
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Landmark · Centro Histórico
Zócalo and Cathedral
Oaxaca's main square is shaded by old laurel trees around a wrought-iron bandstand, with café terraces under the arcades and a constant stream of balloon sellers, marimba bands and families.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- After dark
What to pack
For highs near 27°C, lows near 15°C and 15 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Oaxaca?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, October–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Oaxaca in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Oaxaca?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Often the wettest month, with heavy afternoon storms; some village roads become muddy.
+How warm is Oaxaca in September?
Average highs are around 27°C (81°F) and lows around 15°C (59°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Oaxaca in September?
Expect rain on about 15 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.