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Mexico (MO) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Mexico experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to cold weather. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Mexico is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 3°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -7°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Mexico has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1145 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, June receives high rainfall, averaging 143 mm of precipitation, recorded across 11 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, January brings less snow/rainfall, with 43 mm over 6 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Mexico Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Mexico. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Columbia, the United States of America (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Columbia, the United States of America (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Forecast for Mexico (MO)

Sat   Dec 21
2°C | -5°C
SE 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Sun   Dec 22
7°C | -5°C
S 6 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
9°C | -1°C
SW 5 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

The best time of year to visit Mexico in the United States of America

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Mexico?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Mexico?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Mexico?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Mexico?
    June tops the wettest month list with 143 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Mexico?
    January is the driest month with 43 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Mexico?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 312 hours of sunshine.

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