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The best time to visit Mexico

The best time to visit Mexico is from December to April. The wet season shifts away and, while the temperatures do dip slightly, the clearer skies mean travellers can completely relax, whether they choose to explore cities, coastline or head deep into the country itself.

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Visiting Mexico in January

January and February are peak months of travel as the weather is dry, temperatures and temperatures are warm. As these are popular months, we recommend planning 9-12 months in advance. Many beach hotels and resort have required minimum night stays during this time, which will be taken into consideration when planning your itinerary.

Visiting Mexico in February

January and February are peak months of travel as the weather is dry, temperatures and temperatures are warm. As these are popular months, we recommend planning 9-12 months in advance. Many beach hotels and resort have required minimum night stays during this time, which will be taken into consideration when planning your itinerary.

Grey whales off Baja California

Humpbacks Puerto Vallarta

Visiting Mexico in March

March continues to be a dry month in Mexico and peak time to visit. Crowds have calmed from January and February school holidays and can be a great time to travel.

Visiting Mexico in April

April continues to be peak season to travel to Mexico. Weather is still dry and towards the end of the month temperatures begin to rise slightly in the south.

Visiting Mexico in May

May is a shoulder season set between the dry season ending in April and the start of hurricane season in June. Expect the occasional afternoon shower and temperatures to begin rising in the south.

Visiting Mexico in June

The rains become more prevalent in June, in the form of afternoon storms and showers. Humidity and temperatures are building as hurricane season begins, though historically most hurricanes take place between August and November.

Visiting Mexico in July

July is very much the wet season across Mexico. Expect temperatures of +30 along the coast which break into afternoon showers to cool the evenings. The temperatures inland are marginally less, averaging mid-20s.

Whale sharks off Mexico

Visiting Mexico in August

Hurricane Season

Visiting Mexico in September

Hurricane Season

Visiting Mexico in October

Hurricane Season

Visiting Mexico in November

November is considered the first month heading into the dry season. The rains have subsided but not completely gone, following the hurricane season. Early November can be a good time to visit, before the school holiday (for the USA) crowds begin.

Monarch butterflies in Mexico

Explore Mayan civilisation

Visiting Mexico in December

December is one of the most popular months for travel in Mexico. Weather is dry and warm across the country making for a comfortable environment to experience the culture and wildlife that Mexico has to offer. As this is a busy time, we highly recommend planning 9-12 months in advance.

Mexico climate guide

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Baja California
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  • Baja California
  • Cerocahui
  • Chichen Itza
  • Merida
  • Mexico City
  • Oaxaca
  • Pacific Coast
  • Palenque
  • San Cristóbal de las Casas

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