Mexico is a dream country. Many people want to go there. Potential tourists already know everything about Mexico, for example, that the full name of the country is the United Mexican States, and its capital is Mexico City. However, remembering this is not at all difficult.

Mexico monthly weather

Don't know when is the best time to go to Mexico? Then you should familiarize yourself with the weather of this country in order to plan your trip correctly and not be disappointed.

January

IN highlands, located in the north, is quite cool, the temperature reaches 0 ° C. This month is dominated by a subtropical climate.

In the center of the country it will be a little warmer - +2°С.

In Acapulco, the situation is completely different - there the air warms up to + 31 ° C during the daytime, and at night the temperature drops to + 21 ° C.

In Cancun, it is approximately +27°C during the day, and approximately +19°C at night. If you plan to visit Mexico City, you need to bring warm clothes with you. During the day it is +21°C, but the closer the evening, the lower the temperature becomes. Before you have time to look back, it will drop to + 7 ° С.

February

Nothing changes in Acapulco - the temperature still reaches +31°C. But towards evening the heat subsides, it becomes easier to breathe. At night it is usually around +21°C.

If you don't like this heat, pay attention to Cancun. Here during the day, as a rule, + 27 ° С, and at night - + 20 ° С. In Mexico City, the temperature is quite good - + 23 ° C during the day. And at night in the capital of Mexico + 7 ° С.

March

It may be dangerous to swim somewhere in early spring, but not in Acapulco. It is very hot here during the day - + 31 ° С. And at night it's just warm - + 21 ° С. In Cancun, the air warms up noticeably. During the day it is almost always sunny here, the temperature reaches +28°C, at night it also becomes more pleasant - +21°C.

Spring comes to the capital of the country. During the day the temperature rises to +25°С, and in the evening the thermometers show +10°С.

In general, the weather in Mexico in March makes it possible to relax both on the beach and while sightseeing.

April

Do you want to visit the Mexican mountains? Think carefully about whether you need it: there, even in April, it is often 0 ° C, or even less. Maybe it's better to go to and enjoy the sun at a temperature of +28°C?

If you are going to one of the beaches of Acapulco, do not forget the cream, sunglasses and swimsuit. In the daytime, it is +32°С, and at night it is ten degrees lower - only +22°С.

In Cancun, the sun is not so merciless; comfortable +29°C are preserved here. This is, of course, during the day. And at night, wait for the temperature to drop to + 22 ° С. In the capital of Mexico, the ideal daytime temperature is approximately +27°C. If you are going somewhere for the whole day, take a blouse with you, as in the evening it is often only +11°C.

As you can see, the weather in Mexico in April is highly dependent on the area.

May

If you go to Cancun, take an umbrella - it often rains here. Despite this, the heat persists up to +31°C. And at night it is +23°C.

But better stop your choice at the resort of Playa del Carmen. This is an amazing place, besides it is +27°C during the day. Is it possible to dream of something more? If we talk about this resort, then the weather in Mexico in May clearly favors you.

June

In Los Cabos, the sun is mercilessly scorching, and the temperature is inexorably creeping up to +33°C. It is also hot in Acapulco - +33°С. You can breathe a sigh of relief only at night, when the temperature drops to +24°C.

Cancun has very warm water - +29°С. Not surprisingly, there are many who want to swim here. In addition, most vacationers are quite satisfied with the air temperature - +31°C. And at night it is only +25°C, which is also very good. For those who cannot stand the heat, there are always tickets to the capital. During the day in Mexico City + 25 ° С, and at night it is cool - + 13 ° С.

July

Crowds of tourists go to Cancun this month. During the day it is +32°С, and at night it is noticeably cooler - +25°С. Many people like to walk in the evening and at night and breathe fresh air.

Summer rejoices throughout Mexico. Weather by months, as you already understand, can become a kind of cheat sheet for you. Caution: do not make a mistake when planning a vacation.

August

In Cancun, it is very hot - during the day it often happens + 32 ° С, and at night - + 25 ° С, which corresponds to the July weather. In Acapulco during the day it is generally hell - + 33 ° С. Unfortunate tourists can only enjoy the nights. Thermometers at this time of day show +24°C.

September

Autumn has come, and in Cancun it has become only one degree colder - now it is + 31 ° C during the day, and at night, respectively, 24 ° C.

Acapulco has very pleasant water - + 27 ° С. In the daytime it is one degree hotter here than in Cancun, and in the evening it is +24°С.

October

It's getting a little cooler in Cancun, now it's +30°C. At night the temperature is one degree lower than in September. In Acapulco it is still +32°С, and at night nothing changes - +24°С.

In October, amazing Mexico opens its arms for you. The weather by month will help you decide, do not forget about it.

November

This month in Cancun you can fully live and relax - the temperature is excellent, it is +28°C. Not too hot, but not too cold either. It is also good at night - +22°С. And in Acapulco, nothing has changed since October. At night in famous resorts - +24°C.

December

In the center of the country, the temperature is usually lower than in other areas, and this fully applies to December. During the day, the air here warms up to only + 21 ° С. As for the night, you can catch a cold, because thermometers show only + 7 ° С. The farther from the sea, the colder. Somewhere it can be +2°C.

And the famous Acapulco is the very embodiment of stability. Here again +32°C during the day. You can cool down at night - only +22°С. In Cancun, it is not so hot during the day - + 27 ° С, and at night you will see a mark of + 20 ° С on the thermometer.

All of Mexico is open to you. Monthly weather is a great help for you. But try to focus not only on the weather, first of all listen to your heart, and it will help you make the right choice.

The ancient Mayan and Aztec civilizations laid the foundation for thousands of years of tradition here - modern Mexico literally grew up on the ruins of hundreds of ancient cities!

The country of juicy burritos and tacos, tequila and mezcal, the finest Caribbean sand and incredibly warm sea - this is Mexico, whose famous sights and magnificent nature attract millions of tourists.

If you are sure that there are continuous tropics here, then we assure you - not everything is so simple! Mexico is a country of simultaneously comfortable, extreme, and sometimes unpredictable climate. Therefore, the guarantee of an excellent trip to this Latin American country- knowledge of the local subtleties of the weather.

So, bienvenido en México ("benvenido en Mexico"), or welcome to Mexico!

Climatic zones of Mexico

The climate of Mexico is formed by mountains, oceans and currents. The Mexican Highlands, the Pacific Ocean, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico - nature has generously rewarded Mexico.

This country has two climatic zones: dry subtropical in the north, and tropical in the rest of the territory.

Fact! Mexico is a country of climatic paradoxes. A prime example is in the state Durango it can be up to -26 ° C, and in the state of Baja California (in particular, its municipality of Mexicali) temperatures up to +50 ° C are recorded!

The so-called "tropic of cancer", a conditional zone of division into climatic zones, divides Mexico into regions with temperate zone(north of latitude), and to regions further south - with a tropical zone.

A narrower zonality can be drawn by region, depending on the relief:

  • Hot humid and semi-humid climate. Introduced to the Gulf Coast and Pacific Ocean, their flat territories, the Yucatan Peninsula, the Teuntepec Isthmus, northern Chiapas.
  • Tropical dry climate. Predominant in the interior plains of Mexico. It is characterized by sudden temperature changes, extremely high temperatures and lack of precipitation.
  • Dry continental climate. Introduced in northwestern Mexico due to strong winds that blow from central North America.

Tourist seasons in Mexico

Mexican tourist seasons depend on the vagaries of the weather. Dry and wet seasons in literally manage all tourist flows in Mexico.

Fact! About 20 million tourists visit Mexico every year (about 7 million stay on cruise ships)! Among the tourist regulars are Americans, Canadians, Europeans, Russians.

May to October is the rainy season in Mexico., at this time powerful tropical cyclones often occur, which bring hurricanes, strong winds and floods to the continent. The rainy season is most pronounced from June to September, and hurricanes reach the most destructive force in the Gulf of Mexico and the state of Tabasco.

On a note! hurricane belt– distinguishing feature Mexican climate. Geographic location allows strong winds"roam" in all coastal areas. Combined with a heavy downpour, winds of destructive force annually strike the elements on eastern regions Mexico. The typhoon belt captures one of the most popular resorts - Cancun. In addition, Mexico is located in the "Pacific Ring of Fire" - the place where the most powerful earthquakes occur and volcanoes erupt.

High season in Mexico it starts in November and lasts until the first rains in April.

North of Mexico is considered the driest - no more than 250 mm of precipitation per year. And in southern regions on the contrary, up to 500 mm of precipitation falls per month, especially during the rainy season.

pacific coast V summer period boasts water temperatures up to +27 ° C, but caribbean sea even warmer – up to +29°C!

Seasons in Mexico

  • Winter. November to April is the driest period. average temperature air in the resorts of Yucatan +30 °C.
  • Spring. The dry season gradually turns into a wet one. The temperature from March to mid-May is +27 °C, the wet season begins in the second half of April - the amount of precipitation gradually increases, the temperature also rises.
  • Summer. The most problematic season in terms of tourism. The air temperature is high, but from June heavy downpours begin to prevail, turning into storms and hurricanes. Most of them are on the east coast. At this time, you should plan a trip either to another point in the country, or postpone your vacation to mid-autumn.
  • Autumn. "Golden season" - so consider not only Mexicans, but also numerous tourists. This is a transitional period between rainy summers and dry winters. As part of acclimatization for a European, this is the most suitable time to visit Mexico.

On the example of the main tourist spots, one can clearly see climatic features Mexico.

Acapulco

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug sen Oct But I Dec
Average maximum, °C 30 30 30 31 32 32 32 32 32 32 31 31
Average minimum, °C 23 24 24 24 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 24
Acapulco weather monthly

Guadalajara

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug sen Oct But I Dec
Average maximum, °C 25 27 29 31 33 31 28 27 27 27 26 25
Average minimum, °C 10 10 12 14 16 17 17 16 17 15 12 10
Rain, mm 16 7 5 6 25 191 273 226 170 61 14 10
Guadalajara weather monthly

cancun

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug sen Oct But I Dec
Average maximum, °C 28 29 31 32 34 34 34 35 34 32 30 29
Average minimum, °C 20 20 21 23 24 25 25 25 24 23 22 21
Rain, mm 105 50 44 41 87 138 78 88 182 272 130 86
Monthly Cancun weather

Cozumel

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug sen Oct But I Dec
Average maximum, °C 28 29 31 32 34 34 34 35 34 32 30 29
Average minimum, °C 20 20 21 23 24 25 25 25 24 23 22 21
Rain, mm 105 50 44 41 87 138 78 88 182 272 130 86
Monthly weather in Cozumel

Monterrey

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug sen Oct But I Dec
Average maximum, °C 21 23 27 30 32 34 35 35 32 28 24 21
Average minimum, °C 8 10 13 17 20 22 22 23 21 17 13 9

A detailed review for those who want to relax in Mexico! When and where is the best time to go on vacation? Weather and seasons. Where to find the best resorts. Prices in 2020 and tourist tips. Map of resorts and video about Mexico.

Mexico is a country with ancient history and unique culture. Its coast is famous for its sandy palm beaches stretching along the shores of the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Despite the long and expensive flight, Russian tourists boldly master this destination for recreation.

When to go on vacation to Mexico

On the coast all year round heat: +30°C during the day, +20°C at night. Significant temperature fluctuations are observed in the mountainous regions of the country, and this should be taken into account when planning excursions inland.

Seasons in Mexico

From May to September (sometimes until October) lasts rain season: strong gusty winds blow, a large amount of precipitation falls, especially in the south of the country. Holidays in Mexico in the low season are good because nature blooms and pleases with bright colors. Do not think that you can put an end to a beach holiday at this time: as a rule, it rains during the day or at night for no more than two hours (sometimes it can be very short), and in the morning it is warm and sunny. The evenings are dry and cool. Not all regions are prone to tropical showers, they mostly go to highlands, in the south of the country and coastal areas south of the Tropic of Cancer.

At the end of July begins hurricane season, the danger of which persists until the end of October. Most often, the Pacific coast is affected by hurricanes, less often - the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula.

Dry and clear weather set from November to March - these are the cold months, by local standards. According to tourists, best holiday in Mexico at this time: the rainy season is over, the sea is warm and comfortable, there is no extreme heat. There are many tourists coming from Europe, Canada and the USA, and prices are reaching their maximum. Below we will tell you more about the weather in Mexico in different months.

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Weather in Mexico in March, April and May

At the beginning of spring the air temperature tends to +30...+33°C. The temperature of the coastal waters of the Pacific Ocean is +25°C, the Caribbean Sea is +27°C. Early spring in Mexico - perfect time for a beach holiday on the coast, since the humidity is not yet as high as in summer, rain is rare, and there is no threat of hurricanes yet. Holidays in May are already overshadowed by the beginning rains, the temperature of water and air becomes 1-2 ° C higher.

Weather in Mexico in June - September

Summer in Mexico is hot and humid, in Acapulco, Cancun and Riviera Maya during the day +32...+34°С, water in the Caribbean Sea +29°С, in the ocean +27°С. It rains frequently, and the danger of hurricanes increases from mid-summer.

Weather in October - November

From mid-October, the intensity of rain decreases, hurricanes subside. Temperature indicators remain at the level of summer. In November, at most resorts in Mexico, the heat drops to + 29 ° C, with the exception of Acapulco.

Weather in December - February

Winter in Mexico is the best time for a beach holiday. On the coast perfect weather: in Cancun, Riviera Maya during the day + 28 ° С, in Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta + 31 ° С. Water in the Caribbean Sea + 27 ° С, in the ocean + 24 ° С. Snow can fall in the mountains, in Mexico City up to + 20 ° С.

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Where is the best place to relax in Mexico

Tourists prefer the resorts and beaches of the Caribbean, although the Pacific coast is considered less crowded.

The most visited Caribbean coast resort in Mexico is this. Why Do Tourists Choose Cancun? It is located on a long and narrow sandy spit. One part of the coastline overlooks the bay, where the water is always calm. The second part is with strong waves, surfers and young people like to relax here. There are excellent hotels and developed infrastructure, it is also convenient to visit archaeological sites from Cancun (for example, the pyramids in Tulum and the ruins of the city of Coba).

Riviera Maya- This is a 140-kilometer tourist area with wide beaches south of Cancun. Among vacationers in Mexico, the most popular is the young resort of Playa del Carmen, which grew up on the site of fishing villages. There are spacious uncrowded beaches, all conditions for snorkeling and diving are created. Near - National parks Shel-Ha and Xcaret.

Video about a popular resort in Mexico - Riviera Maya

Among lovers of diving and fishing, the island is very popular: there is a huge coral reef, luxury hotels and dive clubs. Most of the island is occupied by the jungle.

On the Pacific coast is the busiest resort in the country - Acapulco. In the last century, it was the favorite resort of American millionaires, and still many tourists who come to Mexico prefer to relax there. The city is famous for its hot climate and active nightlife. Here are the best casinos, discos, restaurants and bars.

Los Cabos is a luxury resort. The main contingent of vacationers - rich Americans. Here are the most expensive hotels, and the price level is higher than in Acapulco. Athletes and SPA lovers prefer to relax in Puerto Vallarta.

If you want a relaxing beach holiday in Mexico, pay attention to the resorts of Punta de Mita, Costa Alegre, Huatulco and Puerto Escondido on the Pacific coast.

Prices for holidays in Mexico - 2020

Let's talk a little about the prices for holidays in Mexico in 2020 using the example of the most popular resort - Cancun.

Food. Eating in an inexpensive restaurant will cost from $3 to $7 per person, in restaurants of an average price category dinner for two with alcohol - about $30-35.

Breakfast in inexpensive establishments in the hotel zone costs from $2 to $5.50, a budget lunch - from $3.5 to $8, dinner - $6-10 per person. Want to eat even cheaper? Get away from the tourist area. If you are staying in an apartment and have a kitchen, you can save some money by sometimes cooking yourself. Fruits and vegetables are cheap in Mexico.

Video - Food prices in a supermarket in Mexico

Hotels. Planned a vacation in Mexico during the high season? Better book in advance. If you want to live on the coast in a hotel zone (that is, on a sandy strip), be prepared to pay a tidy sum for a hotel: the average price is about $ 80 per day for a double standard. Although there are budget hotels (from $40 per room) and promotions in mid-range hotels with early booking. If you decide to stay in the city itself, then you can find a room from about $20 per day. We recommend looking for a hotel on Roomguru.ru, it finds the best price.

Transport. Ticket for public transport- $0.5 per trip. A taxi from the airport to the hotel area of ​​Cancun costs about $40-50 (you can order a transfer online from $35), a bus from the airport - $5-8.

Entertainment and attractions. Swimming with dolphins costs from $160 (45 minutes). Fishing - from $150. Excursion to Chichen Itza - from $80 per person. Entrance fees to attractions - about $ 4-5.

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Prices for tours to Mexico in 2020

How much does an all-inclusive vacation in Mexico cost in 2020? Tours from Moscow to Cancun all inclusive in the high season they cost from 220 thousand rubles for two people (14 nights, 3-5 * hotels, 1 line). All-inclusive tours in 5-star hotels - from 280 thousand rubles for 14 nights.

Exactly two times cheaper - from 110 thousand rubles - you can relax if you live in downtown Cancun in a 2 * hotel without food (14 nights). Full board in a 5-star hotel in the hotel zone costs from 188 thousand. If you want to save money on vacation in Mexico, it is better to go in the off-season or off-season. You can try to catch a burning tour.

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Things to do? Entertainment and excursions

lovers active rest in Mexico, you can go surfing, diving and fishing. Passionate about shopping - explore local boutiques and markets. For young people leading an active nightlife, there are nightclubs and discos.

Museums, art galleries and colonial architecture will also delight. Unforgettable will be a trip to the capital - Mexico City, a city that can compete with Rome in terms of the number of historical monuments. Tourists in their reviews advise you to visit the National Palace, Constitution Square, Cathedral, the Church of the Holy Communion, the Frida Kahlo House Museum, the Templo Mayor Museum and the Square of the Three Cultures.

No less exciting are trips to ancient settlements: the Mayan pyramids in Teotihuacan, Chichen Itza and other places. Such trips will take a whole day, but the impressions received are worth it. In addition, Mexico has a large number of national parks and reserves that you can visit with your children.

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Holidays in Mexico with children

The flight from Russia to Mexico takes at least 12 hours, so not all parents decide on such a long trip with a child. However, the Riviera Maya, according to tourists, is ideal for families with children. There are long wide beaches, hotels with a well-groomed green area and a mini club for children, nearby is the Xcaret nature reserve with turtles, a butterfly park and pink flamingos.

There are many affordable family hotels in Playa del Carmen and on the island. Schoolchildren will be interested in attractions and excursions to ancient cities. From the age of 10, it is already possible to take the first diving training.

There is not much difference when to go to Mexico, since almost all year round the weather here will delight you with its warm climate. However, in this country there are certain periods when it is better to relax in Mexico.

The high season in Mexico starts from November to April. Exactly at winter time year, the number of tourists who want to soak up the rays of the warm sun increases several times. The air temperature at this time reaches + 30 ° C, and water - + 28 ° C.

As such, there is no low season in Mexico, since a high influx of tourists to this country is observed throughout the year. And yet from May to October there is a high chance of rain and strong winds. Because of this, severe storms and tornadoes can break out on the coast. If they don't stop you weather At this time, you can significantly save on flights.

Holidays in Mexico in winter

Winter for Mexico is the onset of a warm and dry period. You can forget about tropical showers at this time, so a vacation in Mexico in winter will turn out to be unusually comfortable. Relatively cool remains only in the central part of the country, where the air temperature reaches only +24°C.

The weather in Mexico in winter can vary depending on the region you are visiting. For example, in, the thermometer will not rise above + 21 ° C, and in the resort it can reach + 27 ° C. February is considered the month when it is best to go to Mexico.

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Features of holidays in Mexico in the spring


The weather in Mexico in spring fluctuates around +17-30°C. The transition from winter to spring is practically not felt here. April is considered a transitional month from dry to humid climate. Since May, the rainy season begins throughout the country, so holidays in Mexico in the spring are not very popular.

The only resort in the country that does not suffer from daily showers is Playa del Carmen. The air temperature in spring in the country reaches +29°C in Acapulco and +27°C in Mexico City.

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Holidays in Mexico in the summer


Holidays in Mexico in the summer are typical heavy rains. However, do not assume that constant rains in the country go all day. A rain cloud can come as unexpectedly as it can leave. Throughout the solar and clear day It is raining about half an hour, but very strong.

July is considered the peak of the Doge season. With its onset, heavy rains can go continuously for up to 2 hours. The weather in Mexico in summer is very unpredictable and sometimes dangerous. Powerful hurricanes begin in August. They suffer the most East Coast. This time of the year is considered the period when flying to Mexico is the most dangerous.

The northernmost and most populated Latin American state, the birthplace of tequila, as well as ancient civilizations Aztec and Maya Mexico is a country of contrasts and unimaginable natural diversity, shrouded in a magical plume, which is located in the southern part of North America. Find out in the Tour Calendar why the November to April part of the year is the best time to hit the best beaches and explore the lost cities of the United Mexican States.

Tourist season in Mexico

Every year, the cradle of the most mysterious culture in the world is visited by about 21 million tourists from all over the world. The year 2012 turned out to be especially “tense”, “warmed up” by the theme of the end of the world, “thrown” by the Mayan tribe. Holidays in Mexico are not cheap enough, however, this fact does not stop even travelers with an average budget. The secret of the enormous success lies in the uniqueness of this tourist destination: in one trip you can see the maximum of natural diversity - from snow-white sandy beaches on the shores of the largest ocean in the world to snow-covered cones of majestic volcanoes, from immersed in lush greenery tropical jungle to sparse desert vegetation, from ultra-modern skyscrapers in megacities to original villages, to which civilization has not yet reached. IN last years this country opens everything large quantity Russians, whose number has already reached 40,000 people. The holiday season here lasts all year round, but most auspicious time- "dry" period from November to April.

High season

The largest number of tourists come to Mexico after the end of the rainy season, i.e. from the first days of November, when the weather here is the most optimal for a beach holiday, it is not very hot and stuffy, and swimming is very comfortable. However, if you look at the price lists of tour operators or hotels, you can find the highest prices for the entire annual period. At this time, tourists from Canada and the United States come to Mexico, who are fleeing the cold and dank winter in search of warmth and sun. For the New Year and Christmas holidays and the traditional February carnival, guests from Western Europe. In winter, there are also a lot of our Russians in Mexico. The high season lasts until the end of Easter.

low season

It is quite difficult to give exact dates for the low season in Mexico. From May to October, during the season of tropical rains and storms, they also rest here. It is most correct from this period of time, in addition to the low season, to single out the middle season. He falls on time summer holidays and holidays, very popular among the Mexicans themselves and among tourists who could not come here in the winter, or who pursue the goal of an economical vacation. The low season period begins in mid-September, when the risk of hurricanes is high. At this time, air tickets are 40% cheaper than in the high season. It comes to an end in early November. In the off-season, many travel agencies offer hot tours to Mexico. This a great opportunity save money, especially since the simplified procedure for obtaining a visa contributes to the purchase of such vouchers. By the way, its design is completely free.

Beach season in Mexico

On the eastern coast of Mexico, the waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico splash, and its western part is washed by the Pacific Ocean. Bathe in the resorts, when your heart desires. You can break loose and go to the Pacific Ocean in a fierce February or wave in a rainy November in Russia to the Caribbean coast. At any time of the year, Mexican beaches will meet you with a humming crowd of tourists and affectionate warm waters. The minimum water temperature at the most cold month in the year January is from +24 °C to +25 °C. In winter, during the "dry season", it is warmest in the south of the country. On average, the water in the ocean will be a couple of degrees cooler than in the Caribbean. For example, in February in Acapulco they bathe at +24 °C, and in Cancun at +25 °C. This is the most comfortable time for a beach holiday, as there is no intense heat, which exacerbates in Mexico high level relative humidity. In summer, those who want to experience all the delights go to the beaches tropical climate. Swimming under a heavy downpour in water that is about to boil (+29 °C .. +30 °C), visiting a sauna (and free of charge) and getting an instant tan (which, by the way, is not entirely safe) - there are very many people who want to a lot of.

diving season

The underwater world of the Caribbean Sea fascinates with its beauties. Hundreds of diving centers are concentrated in the resorts of mainland Mexico, but it is believed that the most unforgettable dives can only be made from the islands of the Caribbean. Also, the kingdom of the Pacific Ocean will give a marvelous fairy tale. The most popular spots: the island of Sokkoro (Pacific Ocean), the island of Cozumel with the second largest barrier reef on the planet, the resort of Cancun with the exotic Black coral reef(Caribbean Sea) and the Yucatan Peninsula with bizarre cenotes (Gulf of Mexico). The high diving season lasts from December to the last days of March, when the most “quiet” weather is. But if you go into details, then there are many sub-seasons. For example, bull shark feeding season, sailfish season, swordfish season, etc.

The best time for excursions

First of all, people come to Mexico for cultural and educational purposes, because this is a real treasure trove of mysterious civilizations. Just think about it, the reckoning of Mexico has been going on for 3,000 years! Lost cities shrouded in mystery, intricate archeological artifacts and structures like cultural center Maya Chichen Itza, unearthly pyramids, including the largest in the world, hundreds of ancient temples and breathtaking volcanic landscapes. Also in Mexico you can go to desert island, climb caves, enjoy the views of powerful waterfalls or raft mountain river. In general, the excursion program in Mexico is very rich, so if possible, book tours for maximum amount days, and even better - come here on your own for 3-4 weeks. Seeing the sights, you will have to travel a lot around the country, or at least the surroundings of the resort where the hotel was rented. Good weather- a prerequisite if you want to get only the best impressions from the trip. December, January, February, March and April - mark these months in your calendar as the most suitable for educational tourism.

cruise season

Feeling like a passenger of the legendary "Titanic" is as easy as shelling pears, just go on a Pacific cruise to the coast of Mexico

Mexico receives up to 7 million tourists a year, arriving in the country on cruise ships. The cruise season in the Pacific Ocean lasts for a whole year. Also, passenger ships surf the azure expanse of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. There are no strict deadlines limiting the navigation season for these routes, except that it is closed for a period of bad weather.

religious season

Most Mexicans are Catholics. The main religious holiday in this country is Easter, which is preceded by Holy Week. In addition to the solemn processions during this period, various events, the most colorful of which can be observed in villages remote from cities. These include the Easter game, a kind of theatrical production staging the last earthly days of Christ. No less than 1 million people are going to look at it! This period falls during spring school holidays and vacations for Mexicans, so there are a lot of people. Increasing tourist interest is shown in pilgrimages to the shrines of the country and the "places of power" of ancient civilizations. The ruins of ancient churches, miraculous springs, a meeting with real healers and shamans - this is how the plan of a standard pilgrimage trip for tourists who want to get at least one iota closer to the origins of the universe looks like. As such, there is no clearly defined season, but most often such tours are booked from November to April.

wedding season

Hundreds of thousands of tourists fly to this country to tie the knot, both symbolic and official. This pleasure is quite expensive, but most importantly, it's really worth it! Unrealistically beautiful scenery in the form of tropical landscapes at the very edge of the Caribbean Sea or on the Pacific coast at first seem like mirages. But this is the most beautiful reality. The peak of weddings falls on the winter period, but ceremonies are also scheduled for summer months. In general, this is not the most The best decision, since from July to October, in addition to the ongoing tropical rains, there is a high probability of tornadoes.

carnival season

Incendiary rhythms of music, passionate dances, colorful costumes, many-sided masks and bright street processions. Every February, at least 300,000 tourists come to the Mexican carnival - both as spectators and as direct participants. This is the third largest carnival in the world after the carnival in Brazil and on the island of Tenerife, which opens a week before Lent. Prices for hotels and all kinds of services in these few days soar to the limit, so the larger the budget for vacation, the better. After all, there are a lot of temptations at this time.

Time for holidays and festivals

In Mexico, they know how to arrange grandiose festivals. Or rather, if the Mexicans celebrate something, then on a grand scale and throughout the country. The most interesting festivals include the enchanting Tequila Fest Riviera Maya tequila festival, which takes place in the resort of Playa del Carmen in the last days of January; one of the world's largest folklore festivals "Gelahertz" in Oaxaca de Juarez, held in mid-July; Jazz festival on the Riviera Maya, for which several days of November are allotted; At the end of the same month, Guanajuata hosts the impressive International Aeronautics Festival, where you can see giant butterflies and bees soaring in the air. There is also a place in the event calendar of Mexico for religious holidays, such as the Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe (December 12), the Day of the Holy Innocent Infants of Bethlehem (December 28), Christmas, Easter, Catholic Epiphany (January 6) and the feast of honoring the dead "Día de los Muertos" (November 2). Public holidays are official holidays. These include the following events: Mexico's Independence Day, celebrated on September 16 on the anniversary of the start of the insurgency against the Spanish colonizers; The day when Columbus discovered America on October 12; celebrating the Day of the Revolution on November 20, organized against the regime of General Diaz; Constitution Day, which falls on the first Monday of February and Flag Day - a symbol of Mexican national pride, held annually on February 24; March 21 is commemorated throughout the country national hero Benito Juarez; May 5 is the anniversary of the victory of the Mexican troops "Cinco de Mayo" at Pueblo in 1862.

Climate in Mexico

The climate of Mexico is very diverse due to its vast territory, claiming the 15th place in the ranking of the most major countries peace. The north is dominated by a subtropical climate, while the Caribbean and Pacific coasts are dominated by a tropical climate. In the central regions, the weather is cooler; in the high regions of the northern part, it can even snow in winter. On the latter one feels rarefied air. For example, in Mexico City, which is located at an altitude of 2240 m above sea level. From May to October in the country - the season of heavy rains, leading to serious floods. The greatest blow is taken by the south- East End countries (especially the state of Tabasco), while in the northwest precipitation is 4-5 times less. Accordingly, the level of relative humidity there is much lower. From June to October - the season of hurricanes, "attacking" from the Caribbean Sea. Pacific hurricanes, if they happen, are of small destructive force. The period from November to April is the most favorable in terms of weather conditions.

Mexico in spring

The first month of spring is an excellent time for a beach holiday. The resorts are very warm, and in some places moderate hot weather. Warm your bones this time is coming great amount holidaymakers. Going to explore the sights of various cities, you should be aware that as you move inland, it will gradually get colder. It is quite warm in Mexico City in March, but it will be chilly in the evenings. There is still snow in the mountains. In April, favorable weather persists, the water becomes a degree warmer. By the end of the month, a tropical cyclone begins to move in, so last days April can be marked by 15-minute showers. In May, the water in both the ocean and the sea becomes excessively warm. The tropical rainy season has begun. The north and the resort of Playa del Carmen on the Riviera Maya will suffer the least from them. Vacationers on the Pacific coast in Puerto Vallarta will be disturbed by showers mainly at night.

Temperature and weather in Mexico in spring

March weatherApril weatherMay weather
mexico city +26 +27 +27
cancun +30 +26 +32 +27 +32 +28
Riviera Maya +30 +26 +32 +27 +32 +28
Cozumel +30 +26 +32 +27 +32 +28
Acapulco +31 +28 +32 +29 +32 +29
Puerto Vallarta +30 +24 +32 +24 +33 +26

Mexico in summer

Summer is very hot season, which has very high temperatures. During the day, the thermometer reaches +32 °C..34 °C. These indicators will be slightly less in the center and in the north of the country. For example, in the capital, the average daily air temperature per season is no more than +24 °C..+25 °C. So this hot time for the country can be devoted to exploring the cities of this part of Mexico. Swimming in the Caribbean Sea in the summer does not bring much pleasure, since the difference between temperature conditions water and air are practically absent. Water off the coast of the Caribbean Sea warms up to +29 °C, and in the resorts of the Pacific Ocean - up to +27 °C. However, waves are often observed here, gathering hundreds of thousands of surfers. After sunset, the air cools down to +23°C..+24°C. This time can be used for leisurely walks. It is better to walk along the most popular tourist routes avoiding local neighborhoods. Speaking of a large amount of precipitation in the summer, this should not be taken as the fact that the rains are pouring hopelessly. Sometimes they last half an hour, and sometimes two, and at the same time they are fine. sunny days enough during the season. It also happens that most of the precipitation falls in one week or another, and the rest of the time is characterized by dry weather. In July and August - the height of hurricanes in the Caribbean, it is from this month until mid-October that the eastern part of Mexico is under the threat of severe storms. Of course, the probability that it is your region that is attacked by the elements is small, but it is still a small percentage, so you should think carefully before going to Mexico in the summer.

Temperature and weather in Mexico in summer

June weatherJuly weatherAugust weather
mexico city +26 +24 +25
cancun +32 +28 +32 +29 +33 +29
Riviera Maya +32 +28 +32 +29 +33 +29
Cozumel +32 +28 +32 +29 +33 +29
Acapulco +32 +30 +33 +30 +32 +27
Puerto Vallarta +33 +28 +34 +29 +33 +30

Mexico in autumn

A notable feature of the Mexican climate is the absence of pronounced seasonality of temperatures. The climatic picture of autumn in terms of temperature indicators is almost similar to the weather prevailing in the country in summer. From the middle of the season, the water in the ocean and in the sea becomes a little cooler. And in some regions of the country it may be less hot, but this, to be honest, is not noticeable. The only difference in autumn is that by the end of October the tropical rainy season is coming to an end, and the risk of a riot of elements in the form of tornadoes is significantly reduced. Therefore, tourists should not worry about a sudden evacuation or even worse - about meeting this frenzied force of nature face to face. In November, the air temperature drops slightly in some states of Mexico, but Acapulco is still hot. This discovery tourist season, as the "dry" tropical period begins. On average, this month there are no more than 3-5 rainy days, which, as always, are showery in nature.