Climate of Mexico, Mexico
Area-weighted average across Mexico. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mexico, a subdivision of Mexico, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 11.8°C / 53.2°F in January to 16.6°C / 61.9°F in May, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in to 187 mm / 7.4 in depending on the season (913 mm / 35.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.8°C53.2°F | 13 mm0.5″ | — |
| February | 12.8°C55°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| March | 14.8°C58.6°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 16.2°C61.2°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.6°C61.9°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| June | 16.1°C61°F | 161 mm6.3″ | — |
| July | 15.2°C59.4°F | 187 mm7.4″ | — |
| August | 15.2°C59.4°F | 183 mm7.2″ | — |
| September | 15.1°C59.2°F | 154 mm6.1″ | — |
| October | 14.3°C57.7°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| November | 13.1°C55.6°F | 13 mm0.5″ | — |
| December | 12°C53.6°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mexico?
The best months to visit Mexico, Mexico for sunny, dry weather are March, April. The warmest month is May at an area-wide average of 16.6°C / 61.9°F, and the driest is December with about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Mexico?
Mexico, Mexico has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 11.8°C / 53.2°F in January to 16.6°C / 61.9°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 913 mm / 35.9 in, with the wettest month being July (187 mm / 7.4 in) and the driest December (8 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Mexico?
The hottest month in Mexico is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.6°C / 61.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Mexico?
The coldest month in Mexico is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 11.8°C / 53.2°F.
When does it rain most in Mexico?
The wettest month in Mexico is July, averaging about 187 mm / 7.4 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 8 mm / 0.3 in.