Monthly climate guide
Mexico City weather in January
Expect mild weather in Mexico City in January: afternoons reach about 19°C (66°F), while nights drop to around 4°C (39°F). Around 6 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and 3°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Rain is well below Mexico City's usual level (around 91% less).
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Zócalo and Templo Mayor.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 15°C apart.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Mexico City.
January is typically Mexico City's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
19°C
66°F
Avg low
4°C
39°F
Rainfall
6 mm
very dry
Humidity
60%
relative
Sky
35%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Mexico City weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 66°F | 4°C / 39°F | 6 mm | 60% | 35% |
| February | 22°C / 71°F | 6°C / 42°F | 8 mm | 54% | 31% |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 7°C / 44°F | 19 mm | 51% | 33% |
| April | 26°C / 79°F | 9°C / 48°F | 23 mm | 46% | 41% |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 10°C / 50°F | 61 mm | 55% | 52% |
| June | 23°C / 74°F | 11°C / 51°F | 141 mm | 70% | 68% |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 149 mm | 77% | 75% |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 155 mm | 79% | 73% |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 10°C / 49°F | 140 mm | 82% | 75% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 8°C / 46°F | 62 mm | 77% | 56% |
| November | 20°C / 68°F | 6°C / 43°F | 24 mm | 72% | 43% |
| December | 20°C / 68°F | 5°C / 42°F | 7 mm | 65% | 33% |
What to pack for January
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is January a good time to visit Mexico City?
Our Mexico City guide recommends: March to May, in the dry season before the June–October rains, with warm days and cool evenings due to the altitude.
The city sits at over 2,200m altitude — take it easy on your first day or two, especially with alcohol or strenuous activity.
Best time to visit Mexico City →Other Mexico cities in January
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Mexico City in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Mexico City?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Mexico City, with highs around 19°C and about 6 mm of rain.
How warm is Mexico City in January?
Average highs are about 19°C (66°F) and average lows about 4°C (39°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Mexico City in January?
Mexico City typically gets around 6 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
March to May, in the dry season before the June–October rains, with warm days and cool evenings due to the altitude.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Mexico City (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.