Town in Chiapas, Mexico
Palenque weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Palenque
Nov–Mar is drier and cooler; Dec–Jan is busiest. Apr–May is very hot; Jun–Oct is rainy and humid, with muddy trails and murky waterfalls.
Palenque weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan27°123 mm
- Feb29°77 mm
- Mar32°55 mm
- Apr36°65 mm
- May36°146 mm
- Jun32°289 mm
- Jul31°183 mm
- Aug31°273 mm
- Sep30°344 mm
- Oct29°307 mm
- Nov27°180 mm
- Dec27°109 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C80°F | 18°C64°F | 123 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C84°F | 19°C65°F | 77 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| March | 32°C90°F | 20°C68°F | 55 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| April | 36°C97°F | 23°C73°F | 65 mm | 59% | Very hot |
| May | 36°C96°F | 24°C75°F | 146 mm | 65% | Hot |
| June | 32°C89°F | 24°C75°F | 289 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| July | 31°C88°F | 23°C74°F | 183 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C88°F | 23°C74°F | 273 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| September | 30°C86°F | 23°C74°F | 344 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| October | 29°C84°F | 22°C72°F | 307 mm | 88% | Very wet |
| November | 27°C81°F | 20°C68°F | 180 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| December | 27°C80°F | 18°C65°F | 109 mm | 88% | 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) |
| Palenque | Nov–Mar | Apr (36°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Palenque?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is drier and cooler; Dec–Jan is busiest. Apr–May is very hot; Jun–Oct is rainy and humid, with muddy trails and murky waterfalls.
When is the rainy season in Palenque?
Rain peaks in September with about 344 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Nov.
What is the hottest month in Palenque?
April, with average highs of 36°C (97°F).
How cold does Palenque get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 18°C (64°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- INAH (Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia)
- Tren Maya
- ADO
- US State Department: Mexico Travel Advisory
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. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.