Mexico (Mexico City) · March
Best travel monthTravel seasonMexico · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 24° (75°)16– (61–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)31 (88) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)34 (93) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)31 (88) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) | 25° (77°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)28 (82) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)10 (50) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)7– (45–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)13 (55) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 6° (43°)1– (34–)11 (52) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)9 (48) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 11h UV 10 | 11h UV 10 | 10h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 7h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 |
🌧Rain Days | 1d14mm (0.6") | 2d24mm (0.9") | 3d26mm (1.0") | 5d54mm (2.1") | 8d81mm (3.2") | 13d174mm (6.9") | 18d213mm (8.4") | 18d212mm (8.4") | 14d158mm (6.2") | 7d100mm (4.0") | 3d28mm (1.1") | 1d9mm (0.3") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
March is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Mexico City) — with 11 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 28°C (82°F).
Daytime highs average 28°C (82°F), cooling to 7°C (45°F) at night (daily average: 18°C (64°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F). With 11 sunshine hours per day, March is one of the sunniest months — 26 mm (1.0 in) of rain over 3 days.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Jacaranda trees turn whole streets purple, and the terraces of Roma and Condesa stay busy until late. Days are warm and dry with strong sun. Towards May the first thunderheads start to build over the city, a sign that the rainy season is close.
Packing list for Mexico (Mexico City) in March
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Mexico (Mexico City)?
- Yes — March is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Mexico City) (Climate Score: 86/100). Pleasant temperatures (28°C (82°F)), good sunshine (11 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Mexico (Mexico City) in March?
- In March, Mexico (Mexico City) sees daily highs of 28°C (82°F). Nights cool to 7°C (45°F), with a daily average of 18°C (64°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F).
- How much rain falls in Mexico (Mexico City) in March?
- In March, Mexico (Mexico City) receives an average of 26 mm (1.0 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Mexico (Mexico City) get in March?
- Mexico (Mexico City) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in March — above the annual average.
