Best Time to Visit Mexico City
Best time to visit Mexico City: January, February, March, April, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Mexico City
Go in January, February, March, April, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Mexico City month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73° | 47° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 77° | 49° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 81° | 52° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 83° | 56° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 84° | 59° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 76° | 57° | 10,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 74° | 55° | 9,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 74° | 55° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 74° | 55° | 8,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 73° | 53° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 76° | 49° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 70° | 47° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit each airport in Mexico City
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each attraction in Mexico City
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each unesco world heritage site in Mexico City
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Mexico City is a city in Mexico. Mexico City is known for Zocalo, museums and Teotihuacan. It has a population of about 9.2 million.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Mexico City with drizzle. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 57°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 95%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Mexico City is January, February, March, April, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 47°F.
The closest major airport is Mexico City International Airport (MEX), about 4 mi away. Nearby highlights include Teotihuacan and Historic Centre of Mexico City and Xochimilco.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is in line with the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Mexico City today at 9.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Mexico City right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:56 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 74° / 57°
Thunderstorm · 95% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 70° / 58°
Light showers · 92% rain · wind 5 mph
Things to do in Mexico City
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Mexico City.
Quick facts about Mexico City
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 19°25′57.4″N 99°7′59.5″W (19.4326, -99.1332) |
| Population | 9.200.000 |
| Known for | Zocalo, museums and Teotihuacan |
| Local time | 6:56 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mexico City?
Mexico City is a city in Mexico. Its coordinates are 19.4326, -99.1332. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mexico City right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 89% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
January, February, March, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Mexico City, which has a temperate climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mexico City in?
Mexico City observes America/Mexico_City (UTC-06:00). The local time is 6:56 PM.
How many people live in Mexico City?
Mexico City has a population of approximately 9.2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Mexico City?
The closest airports are Mexico City International Airport (MEX), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mexico City?
Popular options include Teotihuacan and Historic Centre of Mexico City and Xochimilco.
What places are in Mexico City?
Mexico City covers 3 places in this atlas, including Mexico City International Airport, Teotihuacan and Historic Centre of Mexico City and Xochimilco.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 6:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
