Zacatecas
City in Mexico
Zacatecas is a city in Mexico with a population of 138,444 in 2020. Located 521 km from Mexico City, the city draws visitors to sights such as the Cathedral Basilica of Zacatecas and La Quemada.
What to see
Travelers exploring Zacatecas can visit architectural and archaeological sights. The city features the Cathedral Basilica of Zacatecas in the urban area, while the archaeological site of La Quemada is located nearby.
When to go
The city experiences daily highs and lows throughout the year. Temperatures range from a high of 17 °C and a low of 3 °C in January to a high of 26 °C and a low of 11 °C in May. Rainfall varies seasonally, with drier conditions from November to April, where monthly rain stays between 4 mm and 20 mm across about 2 days. Rain increases between June and October, peaking in July with 111 mm of rain over about 13 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport in Zacatecas, situated 18 km away. Alternatively, Aguascalientes International Airport serves as a hub located 122 km from the city.
Top sights in Zacatecas
Weather by month
The warmest month is May, with an average high of 26 °C. The wettest is July, with about 111 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 17 | 19 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 17 |
| Average low, °C | 3 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 4 |
| Rainfall, mm | 20 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 22 | 84 | 111 | 93 | 93 | 32 | 10 | 10 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Zacatecas (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.