Climate for Station: Tlaxcala De Xicontecatl (Dge), Tlaxcala, Mexico

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Tlaxcala, Mexico

2026-02-28 20:30

18.1°C

Feels 18.1°C

H: 26.4°C / L: 2.9°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 9.7 kph

▲ 1.1°C vs historical high

Partly cloudy

2026-03-01

H: 25.5°C

L: 3°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 12.2kph

▲ 0.0°C

2026-03-02

H: 23.7°C

L: -0.7°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 16.9kph

▼ 1.6°C

2026-03-03

H: 24.9°C

L: 4.9°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 18.4kph

▼ 0.3°C

2026-03-04

H: 23.5°C

L: 7.2°C

Rain: 83%

Rainfall: 1.01mm

Wind: 22kph

▼ 1.8°C

2026-03-05

H: 20.4°C

L: 7.3°C

Rain: 62%

Rainfall: 2.85mm

Wind: 20.9kph

▼ 4.4°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Tlaxcala De Xicontecatl is experiencing a warming trend, with significant increases in both high and low temperatures over the past decade. The Precipitation Concentration Index has decreased, indicating a shift towards more evenly distributed rainfall. These changes align with Mexico's broader climate adaptation goals.

A Warming Landscape

Tlaxcala De Xicontecatl, situated in the highlands of central Mexico, is classified under the Köppen climate system as Cwb, which denotes a temperate climate with dry winters and warm summers. This region, nestled between mountains, experiences unique climatic influences due to its elevation and topography. Over the past decade, the area has seen a notable warming trend, with high temperatures increasing by 0.95°C (1.71°F) and low temperatures rising by 1.59°C (2.87°F). These trends are more pronounced than the all-time warming trends, which show increases of 0.29°C (0.52°F) for highs and 0.39°C (0.70°F) for lows. This accelerated warming over the last ten years suggests a shift that may impact local agriculture and water resources.

Temperature Extremes and Records

The region's temperature extremes are marked by a historical maximum of 38.9°C (102.0°F) and a minimum of -7.8°C (17.96°F). These records highlight the range of thermal conditions that Tlaxcala De Xicontecatl can experience, influenced by its elevation and geographical setting. The warming trends suggest that such extremes could become more frequent or intense, posing challenges for local communities and ecosystems.

Precipitation Patterns Evolving

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Tlaxcala De Xicontecatl has shown a decrease from a baseline of 15.90 to a current value of 12.89. The PCI measures how rainfall is distributed over time; a lower index indicates more evenly distributed precipitation. This shift suggests that rainfall events are becoming less concentrated, potentially reducing the risk of flash floods and benefiting agricultural practices by providing more consistent moisture availability.

Regional Climate Context

This warming and redistribution of precipitation align with Mexico's national climate goals, which aim to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change. Recent weather events, such as unusual heatwaves and shifting rainfall patterns, underscore the importance of understanding and responding to these climatic changes. Tlaxcala De Xicontecatl's data provides a microcosm of broader regional trends, reflecting the challenges and opportunities faced by communities across Mexico in the face of a changing climate.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +1.07 °C/decade

Low: +1.22 °C/decade

Rain: +0.48 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.26 °C/decade

Low: +0.43 °C/decade

Rain: +0.18 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.32 °C/decade

Low: +0.50 °C/decade

Rain: -0.02 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.29 °C/decade

Low: +0.38 °C/decade

Rain: -0.02 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 44.7%

This Year: 34.2%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 14.5

Historical Average: 18.9

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 92^nd percentile

Low: 97^th percentile

Rain: 79^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: +3.5%

Low: -25.2%

Intraday: -12.1%

Data Coverage

93.6%

First Year of Data

1961

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	38.9 °C	—	10.1 °C	28.0 °C	—	-10.9 °C	16.7 °C	—	-7.8 °C	127.0 mm	—	—	—
January	28.5 °C	22.0 °C	10.4 °C	20.3 °C	12.6 °C	-9.6 °C	11.5 °C	3.1 °C	-5.0 °C	46.5 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
February	31.0 °C	23.6 °C	10.6 °C	22.1 °C	14.3 °C	-9.5 °C	11.4 °C	4.0 °C	-4.4 °C	28.0 mm	0.3 mm	—	—
March	35.0 °C	25.9 °C	13.3 °C	24.3 °C	16.2 °C	-2.1 °C	12.8 °C	5.9 °C	-3.0 °C	15.5 mm	0.4 mm	—	—
April	33.9 °C	27.3 °C	15.0 °C	24.7 °C	17.9 °C	-7.6 °C	14.5 °C	8.1 °C	0.0 °C	32.5 mm	1.0 mm	—	—
May	38.9 °C	27.4 °C	16.2 °C	28.0 °C	18.2 °C	-4.7 °C	16.7 °C	9.8 °C	2.2 °C	70.6 mm	2.5 mm	—	—
June	33.9 °C	25.3 °C	15.0 °C	25.8 °C	17.7 °C	-8.3 °C	15.6 °C	10.9 °C	2.8 °C	106.7 mm	5.8 mm	—	—
July	30.0 °C	24.3 °C	15.0 °C	23.3 °C	16.8 °C	-8.2 °C	15.0 °C	10.2 °C	3.9 °C	101.1 mm	4.9 mm	—	—
August	30.6 °C	24.5 °C	15.6 °C	22.5 °C	16.8 °C	-8.7 °C	15.9 °C	10.2 °C	2.8 °C	101.1 mm	5.3 mm	—	—
September	29.6 °C	23.8 °C	12.8 °C	22.8 °C	16.2 °C	-8.9 °C	16.2 °C	10.5 °C	0.3 °C	127.0 mm	5.6 mm	—	—
October	36.1 °C	24.0 °C	14.5 °C	22.1 °C	15.7 °C	-10.4 °C	14.9 °C	8.5 °C	-1.5 °C	75.9 mm	2.6 mm	—	—
November	30.1 °C	23.4 °C	10.3 °C	21.6 °C	14.4 °C	-8.9 °C	13.9 °C	5.6 °C	-5.0 °C	28.0 mm	0.4 mm	—	—
December	30.0 °C	22.2 °C	10.1 °C	21.3 °C	12.9 °C	-10.9 °C	12.4 °C	3.8 °C	-7.8 °C	40.6 mm	0.2 mm	—	—