Mexico City, Mexico Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Mexico City
Mexico City has a subtropical highland climate, marked by spring-like temperatures nearly all year thanks to its elevation. Average daytime highs range from about 72°F (22°C) in January to around 81°F (27°C) in May, and the city records roughly 151 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: May - highs near 81°F (27°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 72°F (22°C)
- Record high: 94°F (34°C) · Record low: 31°F (0°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (27 rainy days) · Sunniest: April (11.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: subtropical highland - spring-like temperatures nearly all year thanks to its elevation
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on May. Highs average 81°F (27°C) and overnight lows stay near 55°F (13°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 72°F (22°C) and lows around 45°F (7°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 94°F (34°C) and dropped as low as 31°F (0°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 9.4 inches (239 mm) of rain over 27 days, while January is the driest. April brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.8 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72° | 45° | 2 | 0.4 in | 10.1 h/day | 55% |
| February | 76° | 47° | 2 | 0.4 in | 10.9 h/day | 48% |
| March | 79° | 50° | 6 | 1.1 in | 11.3 h/day | 46% |
| April | 81° | 53° | 8 | 1.5 in | 11.8 h/day | 45% |
| May | 81° | 55° | 13 | 3.0 in | 11.8 h/day | 53% |
| June | 76° | 56° | 20 | 6.5 in | 10.9 h/day | 66% |
| July | 73° | 55° | 27 | 8.9 in | 10.8 h/day | 75% |
| August | 73° | 55° | 27 | 9.4 in | 10.5 h/day | 76% |
| September | 72° | 55° | 24 | 8.4 in | 9.7 h/day | 77% |
| October | 72° | 52° | 14 | 3.4 in | 9.8 h/day | 73% |
| November | 73° | 49° | 5 | 1.0 in | 10.2 h/day | 65% |
| December | 72° | 46° | 3 | 0.4 in | 10.3 h/day | 60% |
Mexico City month by month
Mexico City weather in January
January brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), about 2 wet days - typically the coldest month and the driest month of the year in Mexico City.
Mexico City weather in February
February brings highs around 76°F (24°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), about 2 wet days.
Mexico City weather in March
March brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 6 wet days.
Mexico City weather in April
April brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 8 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Mexico City.
Mexico City weather in May
May brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 13 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Mexico City.
Mexico City weather in June
June brings highs around 76°F (25°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 20 wet days.
Mexico City weather in July
July brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 27 wet days.
Mexico City weather in August
August brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 27 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Mexico City.
Mexico City weather in September
September brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 24 wet days.
Mexico City weather in October
October brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 52°F (11°C), about 14 wet days.
Mexico City weather in November
November brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 49°F (10°C), about 5 wet days.
Mexico City weather in December
December brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 46°F (8°C), about 3 wet days.
Seasons in Mexico City
March through May
March through May in Mexico City is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 53°F (12°C); expect showers on roughly 27 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Mexico City is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (23°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 73 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Mexico City is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 72°F (22°C) and nights around 52°F (11°C); expect showers on roughly 43 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Mexico City brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 73°F (23°C) and nights around 46°F (8°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Mexico City
The best time to visit Mexico City is generally November to March, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 74°F (23°C).
Pack for Mexico City with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - May nights average 55°F (13°C).
Mexico City temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.