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Mexico Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mexico in February.

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Planning a trip to Mexico this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Mexico in February

In February, Mexico experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Creel at 16°C (61°F) to very warm in Santa Elena at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Santa Elena and 1°C (34°F) in Creel.

To explore the conditions in Mexico in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Barra Vieja with an average of 3.9 mm (0.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Tapijulapa with 165 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

February brings good sunshine to many areas. Playa del Carmen sees around 240 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mexico - and find the best time to visit. (based on Cancún)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March28°C (82°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mexico in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mexico.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Mexico

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Mexico?

Temperature range in Mexico (February)

Precipitation variation in Mexico (February)

Playa del Carmen

In February Playa del Carmen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
240 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Playa del Carmen →

Mexico City

In February Mexico City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
234 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Mexico City →

Los Cabos

In February Los Cabos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Los Cabos →

Puerto Peñasco

In February Puerto Peñasco generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Puerto Peñasco →

Cancún

In February Cancún generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
210 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Cancún →

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In our records: Mexico February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Mexico in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Mexico dropped to -17°C (1°F) in Ciudad Juárez on February 3, 2011.
  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in Mexico was -9°C (16°F) in Ciudad Juárez on February 2, 2011.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mexico in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cancún 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Mexico City 23°C (73°F) 7°C (45°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Mérida 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Cabo San Lucas 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 9.8 mm (0.4 in)
Puerto Vallarta 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Tulum 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)

Mexico weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mexico in February?

Mexico typically experiences excellent weather in February, part of the season. Daytime highs in Playa del Carmen average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Mexico in February?

In Playa del Carmen, the average daytime high in February is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Mexico get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Mexico. Playa del Carmen averages only about 38 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Mexico?

We believe that February is one of the best times to visit Mexico with overall excellent weather in Playa del Carmen. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide excellent weather in Playa del Carmen. The weather in June, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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We have much more information about the climate in Mexico.

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