when to go to mexico

Overall, the best time to visit Mexico for weather is from December to April when it’s hot and dry. However, if you’re looking for fewer crowds then May and June are the perfect months for you.

Dry Season

December to April

For non-stop sunshine these are the best months to travel to Mexico. Temperatures average at a comfortable 24C and you will experience cloud-free, clear blue skies.

Wet Season

May to September

Don’t be put you off by the rainy season. Showers tend to take place in the late afternoon for short, sharp bursts, meaning you’ll have hours of glorious sunshine to enjoy for the majority of the day. However, be cautious of the period from June to November which is official hurricane season in Mexico.

Other considerations

May (at the beginning of the rainy season), and November (the end of hurricane season), are two of Mexico’s quietest months so visiting at these times means that you won’t be competing with the crowds.

If you are interested in wildlife, such as whale shark spotting, the best time to go depends on the specific location and how that is affected by the migration. For example, Los Cabos whale shark migration season runs from November to February, whereas in Cancun, May is the best time to spot these gentle giants.