What is the monsoon season in Mexico?

The monsoon starts to develop in Mexico in June, and moves into the U.S. Southwest in July. By early to mid-September, wind patterns have generally reverted back to the westerly pattern, bringing an end to the monsoon. There is some variability in the onset and demise of the monsoon.



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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.

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The hottest places in Mexico tend to be on the coast, but the highest ever recorded temperature in Mexico was set in June 1995 at a sizzling 52 °C in Mexicali, the capital of Baja California. The number 1 hottest place in Mexico based on average annual temperature is Tabasco. Mexico has two main seasons – wet and dry.

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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.

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Mexico's coastal hot spots, like Cancun and Los Cabos, offer warmth and sun almost year-round, while high-elevation Mexico City boasts consistently mild temperatures and plenty of indoor activities to enjoy when the rainy season hits.

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During the wet season, showers usually only last a few hours in the afternoon, but watch out for hurricanes when traveling to the coast in September and October. Expect a stunning array of natural and cultural attractions across the different regions when visiting Mexico.

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The rainy season in Mexico runs from late August to November. It's rare to get a full day of rain however, as most showers only last for a few hours.

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A monsoon is not a storm like a hurricane or a summer thunderstorm, but a much larger pattern of winds and rain that spans a large geographic area like a continent, or even the entire globe. Weather and climate are very different in the tropics and mid-latitudes, and it is not just a matter of the tropics being warmer.

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