Volcán San Juan Volcano

Active volcanic cone near Nayarit's volcanic field

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Volcán San Juan at a Glance#

Hours: Open year‑round (daylight hours)

Admission: Free (natural site); local park access rules may apply

How to Get to Volcán San Juan#

Volcán San Juan is reached by road from nearby Nayarit towns; the area is rural and best accessed by car. Local guides and community tourism offices in Nayarit can provide trailhead locations and advice.

Tips for Visiting Volcán San Juan#

  • Bring good hiking shoes - trails on volcanic slopes can be sharp and loose.
  • The summit can be windy and cool; bring layers even if the lower slopes feel warm.
  • Check with local authorities for trail conditions and safety notices before attempting long hikes.

Best Time to Visit Volcán San Juan#

Accessible year‑round; drier months generally offer safer, clearer hiking conditions.

Dry season (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · 20-30°C
Drier trails and clearer summit views; easier walking conditions.
Wet season (May-Oct)
May-Oct · 18-28°C
Lusher vegetation and the possibility of cloud cover; trails may be slippery.

Weather & Climate near Volcán San Juan#

Climate

Volcán San Juan's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with mild summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1405 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 48 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 5° - 21° 13° 42 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
February - 4° - 21° 13° 16 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
March - 5° - 22° 14° 6 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
April - 6° - 24° 15° 4 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
May - 8° - 25° 17° 16 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
June - 12° - 24° 18° 190 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
July - 12° - 23° 18° 349 mm - - 1.7 m/s - -
August - 12° - 23° 18° 327 mm - - 1.8 m/s - -
September - 13° - 23° 18° 282 mm - - 2.0 m/s - -
October - 10° - 23° 17° 106 mm - - 2.0 m/s - -
November - 7° - 22° 15° 29 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
December - 6° - 21° 13° 38 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -