Mexico City Weather by Month and the Best Time to Visit
Temperatures, rain, events and crowds month by month, plus what to pack for Mexico City's cool mornings and warm afternoons.
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Mexico City sits at about 2,240 meters (7,350 feet), so it is never as hot as the coast. The year has two seasons: a dry season from November to April, with sunny days and cool nights, and a rainy season from May to October, with warm mornings and short, heavy afternoon storms. Any month works; the right one depends on what you want to see.
Month by month
| Months | Typical weather | What's on |
|---|---|---|
| November | Dry and sunny. Highs around 22 °C (72 °F), lows around 8 °C (46 °F). | Day of the Dead into early November, Formula 1 Grand Prix. |
| December–January | The coolest months: sunny days around 21 °C (70 °F), nights near 6 °C (43 °F). | December 12 at the Basilica of Guadalupe, Christmas lights and holiday fair in the Zócalo, Three Kings Day. |
| February–March | Dry, warming up, with clear skies. | Palacio de Minería Book Fair, spring equinox at Teotihuacan. |
| April–May | The warmest months: highs of 26–28 °C (79–82 °F). Rain starts in late May. | Holy Week (Semana Santa), when the city empties and hotels are calmer. |
| June–September | Rainy season: pleasant mornings, storms most afternoons. Highs around 23 °C (73 °F). | Marathon (late August), Independence Day on September 15–16. |
| October | Rains taper off. | Alebrijes parade and the first Day of the Dead altars. |
These are typical values; check a forecast before you pack.
What to pack
- Layers. Mornings and nights are cool all year, especially from November to February, and afternoons are warm.
- Sun protection. The sun is strong at this altitude even when it is cool.
- A compact umbrella from May to October, for the afternoon storms.
- Comfortable shoes. The Historic Center is best seen on foot. See our 3, 4 and 5-day itinerary.
So when should you go?
- For the best weather: November, and March to early May.
- For the big celebrations: late October–November for Day of the Dead, September for Independence Day, December for Christmas and the Basilica. See our events calendar and what is on in the Zócalo.
- For fewer crowds and lower rates: the rainy months outside holidays, when afternoons are for museums. See our Historic Center museums guide.
Where to stay
Whatever the season, the Historic Center puts the Zócalo, the Cathedral and the museums on your doorstep. If it is your first trip, read where to stay in Mexico City, then book direct at Hotel Catedral for the best rate and free cancellation up to 48 hours before arrival.
