The best time to travel to Mexico for your holiday
You are planning to visit magical Mexico and want to find out the best time to travel. Choosing the best time to visit depends largely on your travel intentions: Would you like to take part in the colourful festivals, relax on the gorgeous beaches or explore the diverse nature while hiking? Depending on your interests, there are ideal times to experience Mexico in all its splendour.
Mexico dry season & rainy season
Mexico has a dry season and a rainy season, which affect the entire country and determine the high and low seasons for tourism.
Mexico's dry season lasts from November to April, which means warm, pleasant weather and little rain - ideal for beach holidays and outdoor activities in the high season. May to October brings the rainy season, with high humidity and frequent rainfall, especially on the coasts. The rainy season is known as the low season and offers affordable travel options with fewer tourists.
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Cancún Best time to visit
Nestled in the Riviera Maya on the Yucatán Peninsula, Cancún offers an impressive mix of nature, history and culture alongside breathtaking stretches of coastline. The city is a popular starting point for exploring the famous Mayan ruins of Tulum and Chichén Itzá, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and provide fascinating insights into pre-Columbian history.
The best time to visit Cancún is between December and April, when temperatures are a pleasant 25 to 30 degrees Celsius. During this dry season, you can expect plenty of sunshine, low humidity and hardly any rain - ideal conditions for enjoying the beaches and exploring the surrounding area. The water temperatures are between 26 and 27 degrees Celsius, perfect for swimming and outdoor activities.
Mexico round trips - culture, nature, history
Mexico Día de Muertos
- World-famous Mexican festival of the dead
- Archaeological sites of Oaxaca
- Cartagena's historic old town
Mexiko Cities and the Sea
- Aztec ruins of Teotihuacán
- Magical villages of Puebla, Cholula and Atlixco
- Relax on the beaches of Playa del Carmen
Traditional Mexico
- Hearty Mexican cuisine
- Ruins of Teotihuacán
- Magical villages of Cholula and Atlixco
Weather overview for Mexico
| 📅 Month | ☀️ Average temperature | 🌧️ Amount of precipitation | 🕖 Hours of sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20-26°C | Low | 7-8 hours |
| February | 21-27°C | Low | 8 hours |
| March | 23-30°C | Low | 9 hours |
| April | 24-31°C | Low | 8 hours |
| May | 24-31°C | Medium | 8 hours |
| June | 25-32°C | High | 6-7 hours |
| July | 25-32°C | High | 5-6 hours |
| August | 25-32°C | High | 5-6 hours |
| September | 24-31°C | High | 5-6 hours |
| October | 23-30°C | Average | 6-7 hours |
| November | 22-28°C | Low | 7-8 hours |
| December | 21-27°C | Low | 7-8 hours |
Frequently asked questions - Best time to travel to Mexico
The rainy season in Mexico lasts from May to October. Intense rainfall and high humidity can occur more frequently during this time, especially in the coastal regions, with a hurricane season in September and October.
Popular holiday destinations in Mexico include the Riviera Maya with Cancún and Tulum as well as the colonial highlands with cities such as Mexico City and Campeche. Mexico can also be perfectly combined with other countries in Central America to experience the diversity of the region.
The costs depend on the type of trip and region, but for accommodation, food and activities you should budget around 50-100 euros per day as a package holidaymaker. You can find tips on currency and handling cash in Mexico on our page on currency and means of payment in Mexico.
Holidays in Mexico are largely safe in tourist areas such as the Riviera Maya or Cancún. It is recommended to avoid large crowds and remote areas in the evening and to pay attention to local safety advice. You can find out more on our page on safety in Mexico.
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