Mexico City weather
World cities · Mexico · 19.43°N 99.13°W
Mexico City, in Mexico, has its warmest weather in April, when daytime temperatures average 28.1°C, while January nights are the coldest at around 7.3°C. The city sees roughly 1062mm of rain a year; August is normally the wettest month and January the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.8° | 7.3° | 6mm | 2 |
| Feb | 25.2° | 7.7° | 6mm | 1 |
| Mar | 27.7° | 10.3° | 9mm | 2 |
| Apr | 28.1° | 12.3° | 24mm | 7 |
| May | 28.1° | 13.1° | 58mm | 11 |
| Jun | 26.1° | 13.6° | 147mm | 17 |
| Jul | 23.3° | 13° | 219mm | 27 |
| Aug | 22.8° | 12.7° | 261mm | 28 |
| Sep | 22.6° | 12.7° | 243mm | 24 |
| Oct | 23.2° | 10.9° | 71mm | 11 |
| Nov | 24.1° | 9.3° | 9mm | 3 |
| Dec | 22.3° | 7.8° | 9mm | 2 |
Seasons in Mexico City
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in Mexico City climb from 27.7°C in March to 28.1°C by May, while nights ease from 10.3°C to 13.1°C. The season brings around 91mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 24.1°C, peaking in June at 26.1°C. June is usually the driest of the summer months (147mm over ~17 rainy days). Around the June solstice, Mexico City gets roughly 13.2 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 22.6°C in September to 24.1°C by November, with around 323mm of rain across the season.
Winter (December–February). Nights average 7.6°C, with January the coldest month (average low 7.3°C, daytime high 22.8°C). Expect about 5 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 10.8 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How Mexico City compares
| Mexico City | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 1062mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 135 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 24.1°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 7.6°C | 3.4°C |
Mexico City is almost exactly in line with the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Mexico City weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Mexico City?
April is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, with average daytime highs of 28.1°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 24.1°C.
What is the wettest month in Mexico City?
August is usually the wettest month, with around 261mm of rain over roughly 28 rainy days. January is typically the driest (6mm).
How much does it rain in Mexico City per year?
Mexico City receives roughly 1062mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 135 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Mexico City?
Winter nights (December–February) in Mexico City average around 7.6°C, with January typically the coldest month (average low 7.3°C).
When is the best time to visit Mexico City for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Mexico City. June is typically the driest of the warm months (147mm of rain), while June is the warmest, averaging 26.1°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 13 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Mexico City's weather compare with the UK?
Mexico City receives 1062mm of rain a year, almost exactly in line with the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 24.1°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 7.6°C versus 3.4°C.