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Published: 02-12-2021
Mexico is a huge country! In a nutshell, the best time to visit Mexico is in September, as temperatures are somewhat cooler and the rainy season should be over, leaving lush green countryside for you to explore. September also has fewer crowds, as vacationers return home, children go back to school, and prices drop considerably. In reality, there is no bad time to visit Mexico, but certain times of the year may appeal to different people more than others, and some destinations and activities may be better at certain times of the year. When planning your trip take into account, the climate, local holidays and high and the tourist season for the best experiences.
Chichen Itza
The Weather in Mexico
Although many people associate Mexico with hot, sunny weather, the country is enormous with a number of different climatic zones and conditions. The weather at sea level tends to be hot, all year round, for the perfect beach vacation! At higher elevations in cities like Mexico City, Toluca, or San Cristobal de las Casas, the weather can get quite cold in the winter months, especially around the Christmas holidays. Rainy season is during the summer months in central and southern Mexico, but some areas, particularly in the north and along the Baja California Peninsula, can go years without rain. Mexico's beach resorts are at their magnificent best between October and May, as June to September can be very hot and humid. Bear in mind that hurricane season lasts from June to November
Sunny day in Mexico City
Mexican Festivals and Events
If you'd like to experience one of the many fiestas that take place in Mexico, try to plan your trip when a festival is happening for an incredible immersive experience. Day of the Dead at the end of October and beginning of November, is a massive festival in Mexico, when cemeteries are filled with people honouring their deceased loved ones. The radish festival in Oaxaca just before Christmas, on the 23rd of December, also attracts many visitors to appreciate local artisans carve and assemble radishes to form elaborate figures and scenes. Natural events like the annual Monarch butterfly migration are one of Mexico´s natural highlights when you can be surrounded by thousands of beautiful butterflies, or the other major natural event in the country and unique experience of holding a tiny baby sea turtle in your hands, just to release it into the ocean, as part of one of the sea turtle conservancy programmes. If you’d like your Mexican vacation to include one of these experiences, you'll want to plan the timing of your trip accordingly.
mexican decorations
High Season in Mexico
During school holidays at Christmas, Easter, and during the summer months, Mexican families like to travel and you may find buses and hotels are crowded, and hotels are booked out, so keep that in mind when planning your trip to Mexico. Consider Mexico's national holidays so you can keep track of what celebrations are going on, where and when. Beach destinations may be very crowded during spring break, so if you are looking for a more relaxed experience, you may want to travel at a different time of the year.
Mexican festivities
January
January is part of Mexico's high-season, as those from colder climates flock to the country's sunny beaches. Weather along the coastal areas is pleasant, but at the higher elevations, it can still be somewhat cold, so come prepared. Three Kings Day, held each year on the 6th of January, represents the day the Three Wise Men gave gifts to Jesus Christ. This day closes out the Christmas season in Mexico.
We three kings!
February
Like January, February is also a popular time to visit Mexico. It's the country's driest month and temperatures are on the up during this month.
Día de la Candelaria commemorates Mary's visit to the Temple in Jerusalem after the birth of Christ and is held in early February each year all over Latin America
Millions of Monarch butterflies pass the winter in Mexico each year…. Who wouldn´t, given the chance! The butterfly population is at its peak during February.
Shadows cast during the Spring Equinox, create the illusion that a serpent is descending the stairs of Chichen Itza, a spectacle to behold!
Monarch butterfly migration
March
Spring break typically falls in March, bringing large crowds to the coastal areas. While the weather can be nice, if your ideal Mexican vacation involves a secluded beach, March may not be the best month to visit!
Spring Equinox is an interesting time at Mexico's Chichen Itza ruins, as the interplay of light and shadow makes it appear as if the serpent Kukulcan "descends" the stairs of El Castillo.
Chichen Itza- spring equinox
April
April is not only hot and dry, it's also busy! Many Mexicans take their vacations during Holy Week, flocking to beach resorts and coastal areas. Book your hotels and other reservations well in advance if you're planning to travel during April.
Easter in Mexico is a two-week holiday which consists of the Holy Week (Semana Santa) and Pascua, which starts with Easter Sunday and ends the following Saturday. This week is among the most important holidays in Mexico's culture.
warm Caribbean waters
May
May is quite warm in Mexico and it also marks the beginning of the country's rainy season, so bring your brolly! It's also quite a festive month, with many celebrations throughout the country.
Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in Mexico as it is the U.S.A and many cities and villages will still host small celebrations.
Mexico's Labour Day is a national holiday, held on the 1st of May.
Mexican crowds
June
The warm weather of June is often accompanied by high humidity. If you're coming to Mexico with hopes of releasing sea turtles, the season kicks off in June and runs through October. Feria de San Pedro, or "St. Peter's Fair," takes place in Tlaquepaque near Guadalajara. Día de Locos, or "the Day of the Crazies," is held in San Miguel de Allende.
Diablitos
July
July is generally the wettest month in Mexico, but that shouldn't stop you from visiting. Much of the time, mornings are sunny and the rain comes in during late in the afternoon or evening. Summer vacation has begun so many tourist areas will be busy, however they won't be as crowded as they are during spring break or peak winter months.
The Guelaguetza festival is held in Oaxaca for the second half of the month and is a great opportunity to enjoy Mexican culture and folk dances.
August
Northern Mexico is hot during August, while the rest of the country is warm and rainy. Hurricane season officially began in June, but many times, hurricanes hit between August and October, depending on where in Mexico you are visiting.
At the Huamantla Fair, in Tlaxcala, the city streets are decorated with flower petals and sawdust.
The Fiestas de la Vendimia, a wine festival held in Ensenada, Baja California, also takes place in August.
September
September is the beginning of autumn and is a great time to visit Mexico. While the threat of a hurricane is still a possibility, temperatures are cooler and the rainy season is beginning to subside, leaving the country lush and green.
Mexican Independence Day takes place on the 16th of September, but celebrations are held throughout the month.
October
October is the end of Mexico's rainy season, but the threat of hurricanes is still a possibility. Weather is cooler though, making this a nice time to visit and also with fewer crowds.
The Festival Cervantino, held in Guanajuato every October, is one of the country's most celebrated cultural festivals.
The Morelia International Film Festival takes place in Baja California in October.
November
With cooler temperatures and hurricane season nearly over, November is a great time to explore Mexico's beaches. Temperatures can be a lot cooler inland, but never really cold.
Day of the Dead is celebrated throughout the country, as brightly coloured altars are built to remember the family's deceased loved ones.
Puerto Vallarta's annual gourmet festival draws more than 30 chefs from around the world.
Virgin of Guadalupe Celebration in Mexico City.
December
December is a popular month to visit, as Christmas and associated celebrations are a big deal in Mexico. Outside of the holiday celebrations, many beach destinations and colonial cities are crowded during December.
