Is it better to go to Mexico in September or October?
The best time to visit Mexico is in September, as temperatures cool and the rainy season is subsiding, leaving lush greenery in its wake. September also has fewer crowds, as kids go back to school, and lower prices.
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October is the end of Mexico's rainy season, but the threat of hurricanes still looms. Weather is cooler though, making this generally a nice time to visit, with few crowds. Events to check out: The Festival Cervantino, held in Guanajuato every October, is one of the country's most celebrated cultural festivals.
Atlantic hurricane season in Cancun occurs between the start of June and the end of November. The highest risk of hurricanes is between September and October, as they become more frequent due to sea temperatures being at their hottest.
The average rainfall in coastal regions like Cancun and Puerto Vallarta hovers around 100mm to 150mm (4 to 6 inches) during October. Inland cities, such as Mexico City and Guadalajara, experience lower rainfall amounts, averaging around 50mm to 100mm (2 to 4 inches) during the month.
The month's average temperature is 81 degrees, with an average high of 88 degrees and low of 75 degrees. October is the second rainiest month, with an average 7 inches over 11 days. The sun shines for an average of 8 hours daily. October can be a great time to escape the heat, humidity, and crowds in Cancun.
The best time to visit Mexico is between December and April, when the sun is high in the sky, and there is almost no rain. July to August is also a good season to visit, as the summer heat would have waned away, but the summer vacation crowds might be too high for some people.
November. With cooler temperatures and hurricane season nearly over, November is a great time to explore Mexico's beaches. Temperatures can get much cooler inland (but never bitterly cold).
The best time to visit Mexico is during the dry season between December and April, when there is virtually no rain. The coolest months are between December and February, although temperatures can still reach averages of 82°F during the dry season.
September is the rainiest month of the year, expecting at least ten wet days with an average monthly rainfall of 270mm. Humidity levels are high due to cloud coverage, ranging from 58% to 98% throughout the wet season. Cancun weather in the winter is very pleasant with average highs of 28°C.
Sunshine and rainfallThe driest month is May with 7 mm of rainfall and 30 perfect sunny days. The wettest month is October with 77 mm of rain over 6 days.
Rainy season in Mexico runs from May to September, but don't let that put you off. Showers tend to take place in late afternoon in short, sharp bursts, meaning you'll still have hours of glorious sunshine to enjoy for most of the day. Meanwhile, official hurricane season in Mexico runs from June until November.
September is the wettest month in Cancun, with an average of 11 inches of rainfall over about 10 days of the month. There's an average of 9 hours of sunshine daily.
September sees the Riviera Maya's heaviest rainfall with 229mm falling in short and sharp downpours. These often clear quickly because of the high heat and humidity, and the moderate sea breeze blows clouds along. The UV level's very high, so use plenty of sun cream in the sun.