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weather, climate and best time to visit
Best time to visit Mexico
If you have dreamed of traveling to Mexico, you are not alone. It's a popular destination for travelers from all over the world. But with so many regions to choose from, it can be difficult to determine the best time to visit Mexico. To help you out, we've compiled a list of the best time to visit Mexico for the most popular regions.
Yucatan and Riviera Maya
The Yucatan Peninsula in eastern Mexico and the Riviera Maya region in particular are best visited between December and April. Temperatures are still nice and warm and there is less chance of rain. If you want to escape the cold weather and enjoy the sun, this is the place for you.
Riviera Maya is the most popular part of Yucatan and lies on the Caribbean Sea, with popular tourist destinations such as Cancún and Playa del Carmen. Yucatan is a region of beautiful beaches, world-famous ruins and vibrant cities.
More info: Yucatan climate
Baja California
Baja California in western Mexico is a great place to visit year-round, but the best time to go is between October and March. These are the months with the highest average temperatures, so you can be sure of good beach weather.
This region, which includes cities like Tijuana and Ensenada, has a Mediterranean climate. April and May are especially beautiful, as the fields are green from all the rain and the wildflowers are in bloom. But whenever you come, in Baja California you are sure to find plenty of sunshine because it is a desert region.
More info: Baja California climate
Offers for Mexico
In the table below you can quickly check the average weather in Mexico per month, the temperature per month or the period with the highest precipitation. Monthly average climate data is based on data from the last 30 years.
Weather data from: Cancún
Weather data from: La Paz
Weather data from: Mexico City
Weather data from: Chihuahua
Weather data from: Puerto Vallarta
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Climate Mexico
Mexico is a large and geographically diverse country, which means that Mexico's climate varies greatly by region. In general, the north of the country is hot and dry, while the south is humid and tropical. Coastal areas are also subject to hurricanes and other severe weather conditions. The following describes Mexico's climate by region.
Hurricane season in Mexico
Hurricane season is the time of year when tropical storms are most likely to form in the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In Mexico, hurricane season usually runs from June 1 to November 30. The peak of this season is between mid-September and mid-October. During this period, Mexico experiences an average of 2 to 4 hurricanes. But fortunately, not all of these storms make landfall.
The Yucatan Peninsula
The Yucatan Peninsula is located in southeastern Mexico. The climate in this region is tropical, with temperatures averaging 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit (21-32 degrees Celsius). Yucatan can also be quite humid. Rainfall is quite erratic, but is usually highest in the months of June and July.
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Baja California Peninsula
In northwestern Mexico lies the peninsula of Baja California. The climate in this region is desert-like, with temperatures averaging 57-82 degrees Fahrenheit (14-28 degrees Celsius). However, it is important to note that the nights can be quite cool, so if you are visiting during the winter months, bring a coat.
Central Mexico
The central region of Mexico has a more temperate climate. Summers here are hot, with temperatures averaging 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius). In winter, it is cool. Rainfall is sporadic and can often be quite heavy when it does happen. The wet season runs from May through October.
South-Central Mexico
South-central Mexico has a tropical climate that is hot and humid year-round. Temperatures here average 79 degrees Fahrenheit (26 degrees Celsius), but it can feel much hotter because of the high humidity . There is little variation between seasons. This region is popular with beachgoers and birdwatchers alike.
Click on a region of Mexico to view the climate:
Climate East Mexico (Cancún) by month
East Mexico has a semi-arid climate. It hardly rains here. The average annual temperature for East Mexico is 54° degrees and there is about 297 inch of rain in a year. It is dry for 92 days a year with an average humidity of 76% and an UV-index of 7.
Weather data from: Cancún
Climate West Mexico (La Paz) by month
West Mexico has a semi-arid climate. It hardly rains here. The average annual temperature for West Mexico is 53° degrees and there is about 35 inch of rain in a year. It is dry for 319 days a year with an average humidity of 60% and an UV-index of 6.
Weather data from: La Paz
Climate Central Mexico (Mexico City) by month
Central Mexico has a semi-arid climate. It hardly rains here. The average annual temperature for Central Mexico is 41° degrees and there is about 236 inch of rain in a year. It is dry for 152 days a year with an average humidity of 62% and an UV-index of 4.
Weather data from: Mexico City
Climate North Mexico (Chihuahua) by month
North Mexico has a semi-arid climate. It hardly rains here. The average annual temperature for North Mexico is 47° degrees and there is about 123 inch of rain in a year. It is dry for 249 days a year with an average humidity of 39% and an UV-index of 5.
Weather data from: Chihuahua
Climate South Mexico (Puerto Vallarta) by month
South Mexico has a semi-arid climate. It hardly rains here. The average annual temperature for South Mexico is 53° degrees and there is about 238 inch of rain in a year. It is dry for 196 days a year with an average humidity of 73% and an UV-index of 6.
Weather data from: Puerto Vallarta
Mexico weather by month
What is the average Mexico weather like in a given month? Let's find out! Click on a month to check all the monthly averages for sunshine, temperature highs and lows, percentage chance of rain per day, snowfall accumulation and number of rainy days.
Mexico weather
The weather for Mexico over the next 14 days will be 75°F till 84° with several days chance of light rain showers or even quite a bit of rain.
The weather forecast for Mexico is based on the weather in Mexico City.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mexico?
Mexico lies in a straight line about 2,029 miles from United States (New York → Mexico City).
How long is the flight to Mexico?
The flight time from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mexico is approximately 3 hours.
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What are the largest airports in Mexico?
These are the largest airports in Mexico:
- Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City
- Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara
- General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (MTY) in Monterrey
- Hermanos Serdán International Airport (PBC) in Puebla
- General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (TIJ) in Tijuana
- Licenciado Adolfo Lopez Mateos International Airport (TLC) in Toluca
- Abraham González International Airport (CJS) in Ciudad Juárez
- Francisco Sarabia International Airport (TRC) in Torreon
- Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosí
- Licenciado Manuel Crescencio Rejon Int Airport (MID) in Mérida
Airports on the well-known islands of Mexico:
- Cozumel
Cozumel International Airport (CZM) in San Miguel de Cozumel
How many inhabitants does Mexico have?
Mexico has 124,286,623 inhabitants.
How big is Mexico?
The surface area of Mexico is 1,220,663 mi². It is 5x bigger than United States.
What is the capital of Mexico?
The capital of Mexico is Mexico City.
What is the currency of Mexico?
In Mexico, the Mexican peso (MXN) is used for payment.
Exchange rates on 31 March 2023
- 1 US dollar = 20.24 Mexican peso
- 1 Mexican peso = 0.049 US dollar
- 100 US dollar = 2,023.61 Mexican peso
- 100 Mexican peso = 4.94 US dollar
What is the area code of Mexico?
The area code to call Mexico is +52.
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