City in Yucatán, Mexico
Mérida weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Mérida
Nov–Mar is dry and the least hot; Dec–Jan is coolest. Apr–Oct is very hot and humid, 38°C+ in May, with heavy summer rains.
Mérida weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°33 mm
- Feb31°29 mm
- Mar33°20 mm
- Apr35°26 mm
- May35°73 mm
- Jun32°183 mm
- Jul32°128 mm
- Aug32°152 mm
- Sep30°188 mm
- Oct30°127 mm
- Nov29°52 mm
- Dec29°34 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C84°F | 18°C64°F | 33 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| February | 31°C87°F | 19°C66°F | 29 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| March | 33°C91°F | 20°C69°F | 20 mm | 59% | Hot |
| April | 35°C96°F | 22°C72°F | 26 mm | 56% | Hot |
| May | 35°C96°F | 24°C74°F | 73 mm | 60% | Hot |
| June | 32°C90°F | 24°C75°F | 183 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| July | 32°C89°F | 24°C75°F | 128 mm | 79% | Hot & humid |
| August | 32°C89°F | 24°C75°F | 152 mm | 81% | Hot & humid |
| September | 30°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 188 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C85°F | 22°C72°F | 127 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| November | 29°C84°F | 20°C68°F | 52 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C84°F | 19°C66°F | 34 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
Best months across Mexico
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico City | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Apr (28°C) |
| Cancún | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Tulum | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Playa del Carmen | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Puerto Vallarta | Nov–Apr | May (38°C) |
| Cabo San Lucas | Nov–Apr | Aug (31°C) |
| Oaxaca | Oct–Mar | Apr (31°C) |
| Guadalajara | Oct–Apr | May (33°C) |
| Mérida | Nov–Mar | May (35°C) |
| San Miguel de Allende | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | May (30°C) |
| Puerto Escondido | Nov–Apr | Apr (36°C) |
| Cozumel | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Isla Mujeres | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Sayulita | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Holbox | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Bacalar | Nov–Apr | May (31°C) |
| San Cristóbal de las Casas | Nov–Apr | Apr (25°C) |
| Mazatlán | Nov–Apr | Jun (31°C) |
| Guanajuato | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | May (30°C) |
| Monterrey | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jun (37°C) |
| Valladolid | Nov–Mar | May (34°C) |
| La Paz | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Aug (35°C) |
| Puebla | Nov–Apr | Apr (28°C) |
| Acapulco | Dec–Apr | Apr (34°C) |
| Querétaro | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Tijuana | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Puerto Morelos | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Mazunte | Nov–Apr | May (31°C) |
| Todos Santos | Mar–May, Nov–Dec | Jul (35°C) |
| Ajijic | Nov–Mar | May (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Mérida?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is dry and the least hot; Dec–Jan is coolest. Apr–Oct is very hot and humid, 38°C+ in May, with heavy summer rains.
When is the rainy season in Mérida?
Rain peaks in September with about 188 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun, Aug–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Mérida?
May, with average highs of 35°C (96°F).
How cold does Mérida get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 18°C (64°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.