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Mexico Weather in October

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

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Planning a getaway to Mexico this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Mexico in October

The weather in Mexico in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Metepec at 20°C (68°F) to very hot in Ciudad Obregón at 37°C (99°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Ciudad Obregón and 8°C (46°F) in Metepec. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Mexico, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Mexicali with an average of 3.3 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Huatulco with 495 mm (19 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Playa del Carmen sees close to 235 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Mexico in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Mexico?

Temperature range in Mexico (October)

Precipitation variation in Mexico (October)

Playa del Carmen

In October Playa del Carmen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
235 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
195 mm (7.7 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
perfect
Climate in Playa del Carmen →

Mexico City

In October Mexico City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
194 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
9 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mexico City →

Los Cabos

In October Los Cabos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Los Cabos →

Puerto Peñasco

In October Puerto Peñasco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto Peñasco →

Cancún

In October Cancún generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
217 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
204 mm (8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
perfect
Climate in Cancún →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cancún 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 204 mm (8 in)
Mexico City 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Mérida 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Cabo San Lucas 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Puerto Vallarta 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Tulum 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)

Mexico weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mexico in October?

Expect poor weather across Mexico in October. The popular destination of Playa del Carmen averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Mexico in October?

Playa del Carmen averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Mexico get a lot of rain in October?

Rainfall in Mexico peaks during October. Playa del Carmen averages roughly 206 mm (8.1 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Mexico?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Mexico due to the typically poor weather in Playa del Carmen.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. In contrast, June, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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