Tres Vírgenes

Volcano Volcanic complex of three peaks in Baja California Sur

The Tres Vírgenes volcanic complex in Baja California Sur comprises three stratovolcanoes rising from desert plains; adventurous visitors trek rugged slopes for lava-field vistas, desert panoramas and occasional scientific monitoring.

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Tres Vírgenes
27.4704, -112.5921

How to Get to Tres Vírgenes #

Located inland from the Baja California Sur coast, Tres Vírgenes is accessed via regional roads from towns such as Loreto or Mulegé. Distances can be long and services sparse - a four-wheel-drive vehicle and local guidance are recommended.

Tips for Visiting Tres Vírgenes #

  • Hire a local guide to navigate the volcanic terrain and obtain permits where required - conditions can be unpredictable.
  • If attempting a summit or extended trek, start early to avoid midday heat and limited shade.
  • Respect local sacred sites; some peaks are considered spiritually significant to local communities.

Best Time to Visit Tres Vírgenes #

Best outside the peak summer heat; winter and shoulder seasons usually offer the most comfortable conditions for hiking.

Winter
December-February · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Milder coastal climates and clearer skies; good for longer hikes without extreme heat.
Spring/Autumn
March-May, September-November · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Transition seasons with comfortable temperatures but check for seasonal rains.

Weather & Climate near Tres Vírgenes #

Climate

Tres Vírgenes's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 36°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 6°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
25°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
28°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
12° 33°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
16° 36°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with 89 mm of rain.

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
16° 36°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
15° 34°

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
11° 30°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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