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Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
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| Temp (°C) | 25° 14° | 24° 14° | 25° 13° | 25° 13° | 25° 13° | 26° 13° | 26° 13° |
| Precipitation | 61% | 96% | 67% | 78% | 81% | 43% | 60% |
| Humidity | 63% | 69% | 66% | 64% | 62% | 59% | 67% |
| Wind | 16 km/h | 15 km/h | 16 km/h | 14 km/h | 15 km/h | 25 km/h | 11 km/h |
Best time to visit Mexico City
The best times to visit Mexico City are January to April and December, when conditions are generally cool or warm and dry for museums, neighbourhood walks and day trips. November is a reasonable alternative, while May to October are wetter, with June to October also noting high dengue risk and hurricane risk; August and September are rated lowest.
JanuaryTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours10Dry Days25
January is cool and dry, around 6-21°C, with clear weather for museums, neighbourhood walks and day trips. Monarch butterfly sites are a seasonal attraction nearby.
FebruaryTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours10Dry Days23
February is mild and dry, around 7-23°C, with conditions suited to historic districts, museums and archaeological sites. Monarch butterflies remain a seasonal highlight in central Mexico.
MarchTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)11Sun Hours10Dry Days26
March is mild to warm and generally dry, around 9-25°C. Jacarandas flower near the end of the month, adding colour to walks and outdoor sightseeing.
AprilTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours10Dry Days24
April is warm and relatively dry, around 10-26°C, with good conditions for museums, neighbourhood walks and Teotihuacan. Occasional showers may occur.
MayTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)49Sun Hours11Dry Days18
May is warm, around 12-25°C, with afternoon or evening storms beginning to interrupt visits to open-air sights. Museums and flexible city plans work well.
JuneTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)97Sun Hours11Dry Days13
June is mild and rainy, around 13-24°C, with frequent afternoon or evening downpours and high dengue risk during the wet season. Hurricane risk can affect travel, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
JulyTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)136Sun Hours9Dry Days10
July is mild and wet, around 13-23°C, with regular afternoon storms and high dengue risk during the rainy season. Hurricane risk can affect travel, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
AugustTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)118Sun Hours10Dry Days9
August is mild and very wet, around 13-23°C, with frequent heavy showers and high dengue risk. It is peak hurricane season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
SeptemberTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)91Sun Hours9Dry Days11
September is mild and rainy, around 13-22°C, with frequent storms and high dengue risk. It is peak hurricane season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
OctoberTemp (°C)18°Rain (mm)54Sun Hours9Dry Days17
October is mild, around 11-22°C, with showers and high dengue risk during the rainy season. It is peak hurricane season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
NovemberTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)16Sun Hours8Dry Days21
November is cool and relatively dry, around 8-21°C. Early-month Day of the Dead celebrations bring seasonal events, while hurricane risk remains and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
DecemberTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours9Dry Days26
December is cool and dry, around 7-21°C, with reliable conditions for museums, historic areas and day trips. Holiday events add seasonal activity across the city.
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Teotihuacan pyramids morning or afternoon without tourist traps
Cost: From 49 USD · Duration: 5.5 hours · ★ 4.9 (9,548 reviews)
Teotihuacan pyramids from Mexico City shared experience in the early hours to avoid the large crowds, amazing photographs, all history by an expert. It is a complete tour where we visit the entire causeway of the dead and the three pyramids. Our experience concentrates on architecture, history and photography. Our shuttle service is comfortable and
Xochimilco, Coyoacan and Frida Kahlo with Optional Lunch
Cost: From 41.6 USD · Duration: 9 hours · ★ 4.5 (8,241 reviews)
Enjoy some of Mexico City’s must-see spots with our ‘Colors of Mexico’ adventure. Begin in Coyoacan, one of Mexico’s most influential cities. As you wander its tree-lined streets, you’ll learn how this city played a part in historical empires like the Aztecs and the Spanish. Then visit either La Casa Azul or the Casa Kahlo (depending on the selecte
Balloon flight + Breakfast in cave + Pyramids + Pick up CDMX.
Cost: From 163.33 USD · ★ 4.9 (7,888 reviews)
Experience an unforgettable adventure with Mexico's #1 hot air balloon company. With over 20 years of experience and the trust of more than 100,000 travelers, we are the BEST SELLER on this platform. Our pilots, with both private and commercial licenses, operate new and colorful balloons, certified by the AFAC (Federal Civil Aviation Agency), guara
Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon Flight from Mexico City / Volare
Cost: From 157.95 USD · ★ 4.8 (4,254 reviews)
Come and fly over the majestic Teotihuacan Valley and see the land "where the gods were created." You have never seen a view as magnificent as one from the skies. If you are visiting Mexico City, you’re just 45 minutes away from a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tour is the winner of the Top 10 Adrenaline Rush Experience in the world by Viator
Hot air balloon flight + Breakfast in a natural cave + Pick up + Pyramids
Cost: From 157.53 USD · ★ 4.9 (2,685 reviews)
Experience a safe hot air balloon flight in Teotihuacan with top-notch standards and fully personalized service. We have served over 50,000 travelers like you. Our pilots have more than 15 years of flying experience, modern balloons in excellent condition, and a highly trained team in logistics and air safety. We have all the documentation and cert
Lucha Libre Tickets & Tacos & Beer & Mezcal = BEST NIGHT EVER!
Cost: From 96 USD · ★ 4.9 (2,042 reviews)
EXACT MEETING LOCATION SENT THE NIGHT BEFORE > Tuesdays we start at 18:00 in Roma Norte (Arena Mexico). > Wednesday we start at 18:00 in Roma Norte (Arena Mexico). > Fridays, we start at 19:00 in Roma Norte (Arena Mexico). > Saturdays, we start at 18:30 in Centro (Arena Coliseo). > Sundays we start at 15:30 in Roma Norte (Arena Mexico). You will ha
Xochimilco Barco Fiesta Tentacion 18+ with Open Bar and Tacos
Cost: From 49 USD · Duration: 2 hours · ★ 4.9 (2,015 reviews)
Experience the best party of your life with our local boat (Fiesta Temptación ) through the southern part of Mexico City and the traditional floating gardens of Xochimilco, where the flowers are born. Bring the best Xochimilco-themed costume and earn a bottle for your group. Consider that there will be music, alcoholic beverages and lots of fun. (o
Brief
- Mexico City sits at high altitude, around 2,240 metres. Allow time to acclimatise, especially before strenuous activity.
- Try local specialties such as tacos al pastor, tlacoyos, tamales, churros, and Mexican hot chocolate. Drink bottled or purified water and specify bottled water when ordering.
- Mexican Independence Day celebrations take place on the night of September 15 and September 16. Expect large crowds, road closures, loud fireworks, and possible changes to public transport around the Zócalo and central areas.
- WWE is scheduled to hold a show in Mexico City on September 14, likely increasing hotel demand and traffic around the venue. (
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Safety and health
- An active CDC notice reports Rocky Mountain spotted fever cases and deaths in northern border states including Baja California, Sonora, Chihuahua, Coahuila, and Nuevo León. This is not a typical Mexico City risk, but use tick precautions if travelling onward to those areas. (
cdc.gov)
- Dengue, Zika, leishmaniasis, and Chagas disease occur in parts of Mexico. Use insect repellent and cover exposed skin, particularly during travel outside the high-altitude capital. (
- Reduce food- and water-borne illness risk by choosing bottled or purified water, avoiding questionable ice, raw or undercooked meat, unpasteurized cheese, and unhygienic food handling. (
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- Avoid floodwater, mud, and contaminated soil after heavy rain, and keep cuts covered. (
- Mexico-wide cartel violence has recently included explosive-laden vehicles and drones. The reported incidents are concentrated outside Mexico City, but avoid affected rural and northern areas, do not approach security operations, and monitor local advice before intercity travel. (
latimes.com |
fortune.com)
Recent News
- September 5, 2026: Reports say Mexican cartels are increasingly using car bombs, explosive-laden drones, and improvised explosive devices. A recent blast in Ojocaliente, Zacatecas injured 11 people and damaged more than 60 homes. The incident was far from Mexico City, but travellers making overland journeys should check conditions along their route. (
