Climate in Mexico
The diversity of the state is also reflected in the climate in Mexico . There are different climatic zones in the state , from subtropical to alpine. Basically, the lower regions are warmer and tropical. The higher regions are milder. The whole year there are moderate temperatures , which are due to the proximity to the equator. The exception is the highlands, where it can get really fresh. Snowfall is also not uncommon here. Due to the size and location of Mexico, there are regional differences in terms of climate. The north-west, for example, is characterized by a desert-like climate. The reason for this is, among other things, the Californian electricity, which influences the Mexican climate influenced in this region. The currents that come from the Caribbean ensure the tropical climate on the east coast. The north of Mexico is under the climatic influence of the USA. Here it can be fresh in winter and the summer is wonderfully warm. In the table below you can see the day and night temperatures for Mexico. You can also see how many days it rains on average and how many hours of sunshine the days have per month. Note that these are averages for the entire state. There can be big differences depending on the region.
Climate table for Mexico (Acapulco)
| Jan | Feb | March | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Max. Temperature in ° C | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
| Min. Temperature in ° C | 21 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| Hours of sunshine per day | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| Water temperature in ° C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 25 |
| Rainy days per month | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Best travel time for Mexico
Basically, the European winter months are considered the best time to travel to Mexico . From November to April you can look forward to fantastic weather conditions. These months are the dry season in Mexico and the number of rainy days per month is at the minimum. With an average of six to seven hours of sunshine a day, you can enjoy your break in Mexico on the beautiful beaches, for example in Tulum or Playa del Carmen. The air temperatures in the dry season are around 24 to 29 degrees Celsius. Warm in summer, but not too hot to get to know the country and its people. At night, temperatures do not drop below 13 degrees Celsius. You see, in the months of November , December ,January , February , March and April are perfect weather for a vacation in Mexico .
The best months to travel to Mexico (Havana) at a glance:
- November: 27 ° C, 5 hours of sunshine, 27 ° C water temperature, 7 rainy days, 78% humidity
- December: 27 ° C, 5 hours of sunshine, 27 ° C water temperature, 6 rainy days, 77% humidity
- January: 26 ° C, 6 hours of sunshine, 25 ° C water temperature, 6 rainy days, 79% humidity
- February: 27 ° C, 7 hours of sunshine, 24 ° C water temperature, 5 rainy days, 76% humidity
- March: 28 ° C, 8 hours of sunshine, 25 ° C water temperature, 4 rainy days, 75% humidity
- April: 29 ° C, 9 hours of sunshine, 26 ° C water temperature, 5 rainy days, 74% humidity
Summer temperatures prevail all year round in Mexico. Therefore you can also fly to Mexico in all other months. At other travel times such as June, July, August, September and October, however, you have to be prepared for poorer weather conditions. Because this is the time of the rainy season in Mexico. Furthermore, the hurricane season begins at the beginning of June. Before you decide on your personal travel time for Mexico , you should consider the regional differences. For example, if the weather is beautiful in the south, the north is cooler due to US climatic influences. Cancun and Mexico City serve as other examples. While southern Cancun has year-round temperatures of around 26 degrees Celsius, Mexico City is milder. This is because the capital is at an altitude of over 2,000 meters. It is well known that high altitudes influence climatic conditions.
Best time to travel to Cancun
According to Harvardshoes, Cancun is the tourist hotspot and one of the most popular travel destinations in Mexico. For this reason, the popular destination receives a lot of attention when it comes to the best time to travel to Mexico. Cancun is located on the Yucatan Peninsula in southern Mexico. The best time to travel to Cancun is from November to April. In the Mexican dry season, temperatures are just under 30 degrees Celsius. It’s hot and dry in summer. At night, temperatures only drop below 20 degrees Celsius. Most of the rainy days per month are recorded in January with a maximum of four rainy days. At 24 to 26 degrees Celsius, the sea is perfect for bathing and swimming. Due to the extremely hot temperatures, the many rainy days and the high humidity, I do not recommend traveling to Cancun during the rainy season. If you can cope well with these extreme weather conditions, nothing stands in the way of a trip to Mexico at this time.
Climate table for Cancun
| Jan | Feb | March | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Max. Temperature in ° C | 28 | 29 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 28 |
| Min. Temperature in ° C | 17 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22nd | 21 | 19 | 18 |
| Hours of sunshine per day | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| Water temperature in ° C | 24 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 25 |
| Rainy days per month | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 |
Information about the rainy season in Mexico
The Mexican rainy season is in May , June , July , August , September and October . August and September are the wettest months of the year with 12 and 13 rainy days. The rainy days are also in the double-digit range in June and July. Many ignorant people think that it rains continuously during these days. To put your mind at ease, this is not the case. As a rule, heavy rain showers occur in the afternoon, in the evening or at night during these months. Thunderstorms often accompany the showers. Once it’s all over, you can look forward to wonderful holiday weather again. One advantage of the rainy season : The prices for Mexico travel are significantly cheaper than during the dry season. There are fewer tourists around and you can look forward to empty beaches and hotels. Another advantage: During the rainy season, the vegetation shows itself in its full splendor. Everything is blooming and thriving. If you don’t mind refreshment from rain showers, you can best travel to Mexico from May to October . Note, however: the hurricane season is in the rainy season!
Information about the hurricane season in Mexico
When the rainy season breaks in over the state, the hurricane season is not long in coming in many parts of Mexico. It lasts from the beginning of June to October . Typically, cyclones are most common between August and October. Nevertheless, the probability that a hurricane will hit Cancun during this time is extremely low.
Because of the year-round summer temperatures, Mexico is a good year-round destination. However, you should consider regional differences when planning your vacation. If you want to spend an excellent beach holiday with little rain in Mexico, you should visit the state in the dry season . For this reason, the months of November to April are considered the best time to travel to Mexico . If you want to avoid the tourist crowds, full hotels and expensive prices for a vacation in Mexico, choose the months May to October as the travel time. Even when the rainy season prevails, you can look forward to summer temperatures and wonderful bathing weather in Mexico.
