Best Time to Visit Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
Monterrey is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Monterrey for sunny, dry weather is November–April — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15°C / 59°F in January to 28.3°C / 82.9°F in July, with rainfall from 18 mm / 0.7 in (February) to 168 mm / 6.6 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Monterrey's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C59°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 17.2°C63°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 20.7°C69.3°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| April | 23.8°C74.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 19.2°C66.6°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16°C60.8°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Monterrey?
The best time to visit Monterrey for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.3°C / 82.9°F, and the driest is February with about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Monterrey's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Monterrey?
The rainy season at Monterrey, Nuevo León runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 58 mm / 2.3 in. The wettest single month is September (168 mm / 6.6 in).
What is the driest month in Monterrey?
The driest month in Monterrey is February, averaging about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.2°C / 63°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Monterrey?
The least comfortable months for travel to Monterrey — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 168 mm / 6.6 in in September, and the coldest month averages 15°C / 59°F.
Is Monterrey climate different from Mexico overall?
Yes, usually. Our Monterrey figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Mexico figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Monterrey specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.