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Best time to visit Mexico
Find the best time to visit Mexico and plan your perfect trip in 2025/2026. Get holiday inspiration, weather guides, travel advice and find great deals.
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Top Mexico destinations
Below are the temperatures expected today at popular countries, regions and places in Mexico. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.
- Chichen Itza
- Playa del Carmen
- Acapulco
- Cancun
- Cozumel
- Merida
- Puerto Vallarta
- Riviera Maya
- Tulum
- Cabo San Lucas
- San Jose del Cabo
- Oaxaca
- Guadalajara
- Mexico City
All Mexico regions
All Mexico destinations
- Acapulco
- Akumal, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Cabo San Lucas
- Calakmul
- Cancun, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Cerocahui
- Chetumal
- Chichen Itza
- Chihuahua
- Ciudad Juarez
- Cozumel, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Culiacan
- Durango
- Guadalajara
- Huatulco
- Isla Mujeres, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Ixtapa
- Leon
- Los Mochis
- Manzanillo
- Mazatlan
- Merida
- Mexico City
- Mismaloya
- Monterrey
- Morelia
- Oaxaca
- Playa del Carmen, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Playa Paraiso, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Playacar, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Puebla
- Puerto Aventuras, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Puerto Morelos, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Puerto Vallarta
- Punta Mita
- Queretaro
- San Cristobal de las Casas
- San Jose del Cabo
- San Luis Potosi
- Tapachula
- Tijuana
- Torreon
- Tulum, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
- Uxmal
- Veracruz
- Xcaret, Mexico - Caribbean Coast
When is the best time to visit Mexico?
The best time to visit Mexico (Mexico City) is February and March based on the following average weather conditions.
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Max Day Temperature (°F)
- Jan
72
- Feb
75
- Mar
79
- Apr
81
- May
81
- Jun
77
- Jul
75
- Aug
75
- Sep
73
- Oct
73
- Nov
73
- Dec
72
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The weather guide for Mexico (Mexico City) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.
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Mexico weather overview
Mexico is a huge country, sitting to the south of the western half of the United States, and its sheer size and topography give it a varied climate. Two-thirds of the country consists of plateau and high mountains while its southern half lies within the tropics. Other factors also influence Mexico's weather: the cold California current, which runs southward along its Pacific coast, lowers west coast temperatures and reduces rainfall, giving north-western regions a desert or semi-desert climate.
Northern Mexico's proximity to the great land mass of the United States and Canada brings the region very warm, dry summers and extremely cold winters with snowy spells. The west coast is protected from these climatic extremes by the mountains of Central Mexico while, on the east coast, the warm Caribbean Sea combines with northeast trade winds to create a tropical climate similar to that of the Caribbean islands, with a wet summer season. Indeed, the whole of Mexico receives most of its rain in the summer months (May to October) but the Caribbean coast has the heaviest downpours.
The north coast of the Yucatan peninsula witnesses much less rain, while the Pacific Coast gets wetter the further south you go. Most of Mexico has a pleasant climate and sunny weather for a large part of the year but the Pacific coast, in the south (where Acapulco is located), and the coasts of the Yucatan, which include Cancun, are affected by heat and high humidity in the summer rainy season.
In late summer, both Pacific and Caribbean coasts can be hit by tropical storms which bring two or three days of heavy rain. In mountainous parts of central Mexico, including Mexico City, temperatures are reduced by the altitude. The northern and central areas of the plateau are dry and arid.
What to pack for Mexico weather
Pack light summer clothing supplemented with light jackets or wraps for chillier evenings. Take much warmer clothes if you are going into the highlands or to the north of the country in the winter. Add rainwear if visiting in the summer.
More about Mexico
Explore our complete guide to Mexico with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Mexico.
Mexico travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Mexico with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
Mexico - quick facts | |
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Flight time✝ | 10.5 to 15 hours |
Time difference | UK -5 to -8 hours |
Language(s) | Spanish |
Currency | Mexican Peso |
Electricity | A + B plug (127V) |
Driving side | Right |
Why visit Mexico?
Considering a holiday to the Mexico? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for beaches or culture to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.
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Mexico travel guidance
Check the latest travel guidance and advice on visiting Mexico from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Mexico - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Mexico - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Mexico - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Mexico - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Mexico - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Mexico - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Mexico.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Mexico travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Mexico with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Mexico - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Mexico - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Mexico - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Mexico, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Mexico travel features
Do you want to learn more about Mexico? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Mexico.
Mexico FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Mexico including the current entry restrictions, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Which month has the most rain in Mexico?
In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Mexico City, Mexico with 0.0 inches on average. There are normally no days in January with some rain.
When is it sunniest in Mexico?
The sunniest time of year in Mexico City, Mexico is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 0% of daylight hours; that's 0 hours of sunshine per day.
When is the sea warmest in Mexico?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Mexico City, Mexico in January when the water temperature reaches 32°F.
What is the flight time to Mexico from the UK?
The flight time to Mexico from the UK is typically 10.5 to 15 hours.
What is the time difference between Mexico and the UK?
The time difference between Mexico and the UK is UK time-5 to UK time-8 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Mexico?
The main language spoken in Mexico is Spanish.
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What is the currency in Mexico?
The currency in Mexico is the Mexican Peso (MXN).
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Which plugs are used in Mexico?
Mexico uses electrical plug type A + B (127 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Mexico?
They drive on the right side of the road in Mexico.
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