PlanoPlanoMarch to May and October to November offer the best conditions. The dry season provides clear skies for pyramids and rooftop dining, while November's Day of the Dead is a once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience.
| Month | Temp | Rain | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 10mm | Medium | Moderate |
| February | 17°C | 5mm | Medium | Moderate |
| MarchBest | 19°C | 10mm | High | Moderate |
| AprilBest | 20°C | 25mm | High | Moderate |
| MayBest | 20°C | 50mm | High | Moderate |
| June | 19°C | 135mm | Medium | Budget |
| July | 18°C | 160mm | Medium | Budget |
| August | 18°C | 150mm | Medium | Budget |
| September | 18°C | 130mm | Medium | Budget |
| OctoberBest | 17°C | 55mm | Medium | Moderate |
| NovemberBest | 16°C | 15mm | High | Moderate |
| December | 15°C | 5mm | High | Moderate |
Dry and warm (19-20°C) with jacaranda trees creating a purple canopy across the city. March through May offers the best weather with clear skies ideal for visiting the pyramids of Teotihuacan.
The rainy season (June-September) brings afternoon downpours that cool the city. Mornings are usually clear. The high altitude (2,240m) keeps temperatures mild (18-19°C) year-round.
October and November mark the return of dry weather. Day of the Dead (November 1-2) is Mexico City's most spectacular cultural event with elaborate altars and parades.
Cool and dry (15-17°C) with clear skies. The Guadalupe pilgrimage on December 12 draws millions. Christmas markets and New Year celebrations fill the centro historico.
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Plan my Mexico City tripSemana Santa (Easter Week), Day of the Dead (early November), and Christmas are the busiest periods. The Day of the Dead parade and celebrations draw massive international crowds.
June through September (rainy season) offers the lowest prices. Mexico City is affordable year-round, and the rain is predictable — plan outdoor activities for mornings.
March through May provides the best conditions for visiting Teotihuacan, exploring Xochimilco, and walking through Roma and Condesa neighborhoods.