Best time
to visit Mexico

Mexico is a land of microclimates. The weather can be dramatically different depending on which area you're exploring. On the whole, the best time to visit Mexico is during winter (especially if you’re heading south) which runs from December to April. You can bank on consistently good weather floating around 20 - 24°C.

The high season in Mexico runs from December until Easter, with the low season occurring for the rest of the year. If you book your holiday to Mexico after easter, prices can be significantly lower!

Did you know?

Egypt isn't the home of the largest pyramid...It’s actually in Mexico - The Great Pyramid of Cholula.

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The weather
in Mexico

Due to Mexico’s diverse landscape, one person could be scorching their skin on a beach lining the coast while another could be huddled under a blanket next to an open fire in the mountains. Mexico's lowlands generally have a much more tropical climate compared to the cooler mountain regions.

The rainy season in Mexico is from May - October, however in most areas you will just experience short bursts of tropical showers. Dry season (October - April) is much colder there, so make sure you pack layers! Mexico also experiences an intense hurricane season from mid-August to mid-October.

Best time to visit Mexico's Beaches

With more than 5,800 miles of paradise coastline, it’s no wonder why Mexico is one of the top destinations for beach holidays. The best time to visit the beaches in Mexico is after hurricane season, ideally in November. The dry season lasts until April so any time between then would offer excellent beach conditions. The weather shouldn't be too humid and the nights will be a little cooler, so it's perfect. Be warned though, winter is the busiest time of year in Mexico.

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Four Seasons in Mexico

Spring

March - May

As the days get longer, the temperatures begin to rise all over. However, spring weather can be different depending on your location in Mexico. Anywhere along the coast usually has excellent weather conditions, central and southern Mexico are typically hot and dry, and the mountain regions remain a little cooler. Hurricane season starts towards the end of spring.

Summer

June - August

North Mexico and the coast can reach extreme temperatures, but inland tends to be much cooler. San Cristobal and Mexico City are great at this time of year. Summer is rainy season for central and southern Mexico. however it usually only rains in the afternoons and shouldn’t affect your holiday too much. Hurricane season also begins in June and ends in November.

Autumn

September - November

The weather is very mild during August in Mexico, the crowds much smaller, and the prices significantly lower. Rainy season is coming to a close so the weather shouldn’t affect your plans, and the foliage will be extra green from all the recent rainfall. There still could be a few hurricanes, but they tend to happen more towards the summer end.

Winter

December - February

Winter is high season and by far the most popular time to visit as the weather is much cooler, floating around 20 - 24°C. It’s the perfect time to visit the south and anywhere along the coast. The central, higher areas of Mexico however, can be pretty chilly during winter, especially at night. The days are usually bright and sunny.

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Festivals & Events
in Mexico

Mexicos is a country that loves to celebrate. With festivals and events happening all through the year, you can almost guarantee that you will witness some form of party during your Mexico tour. When planning any holiday, it's a great idea to know the dates of key events throughout the year. If you want to join in the fun, you'll know when to book your tour, and if you want to steer clear of the crowds, you can work your holiday around them.

New Year's Eve

Mexico City

(December 31)

The most expensive and crowded time of the year in Mexico, so you will need to book ahead if your planning on seeing in the new year in Mexico City. The most lavish celebrations happen in Mexico City, Playa del Carmen and Los Cabos.

Butterfly Migration

Michoacan

(February)

Millions of bright orange monarch butterflies migrate from Canada to Mexico and finish their journey in Michoacan around February each year. It’s a spectacular event to witness watching huge swarms of butterflies completely cover the fir trees. It's like a scene from a fairytale.

Semana Santa

All over Mexico

(Easter)

Semana Santa, known as the Holy Week, is the lead up to Easter. It is one of the most important times in the Mexico calendar. Most Mexicans will be on holiday or making pilgrimages, and the streets fill with people celebrating, street food, live music and parades.

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Festival de Mexico

Mexico City

(March / April)

Fifty venues participate in a celebration of epic proportions throughout Mexico City. National and international acts perform concerts all over the city, many of which are free. Expect dancing, bands, theatre and opera performances. Head down to Mexico’s historical centre to see the heart of the entertainment.

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Inception Music Festival

Dead Sea & Jordan Valley regions

(September)

Inception is famous for being the largest Spring Break event on earth. The event is a month-long music festival with continuous parties, day and night, at a string of Cancun’s best venues. Some of the biggest names in the world come to perform.

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Cinco De Mayo

Aqaba

(May 5)

This day marks the Mexican victory in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Cities all over Mexico are filled with vibrant street parties, the best of Mexican street food and parades of people flamboyantly dressed in colourful costumes. In certain places, you’ll also see battle reenactments.

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Independence Day

Amman

(September 15 - 16)

Mexico goes all out when celebrating Independence Day. Everyone gathers with family and friends to have parties in the street, share street food and drink into the early hours of the morning. Military parades happen in the larger towns, and you’ll often see firework displays at the end of the evening.

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Carnaval

La Paz / Veracruz

(September)

Carnaval is one of the most lively and vibrant festivals of the year. It's such a popular event that it’s virtually impossible to escape the partying. Everyone dons in full fancy dress, dancing in the streets to live music. Parades go on for days and fireworks light up the evenings. This is one festival in Mexico you shouldn't miss.

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Day of the Dead

Mexico City

(November)

The Day of the Dead event is a sacred holiday which celebrates and honours departed loved ones. Relatives decorate graves with flowers and pray by candlelight. Most cities have flamboyant parades where people wear traditional costumes, masks and face paints. Expect fireworks and performances too.

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