Monthly climate guide
Mexico City weather in October
Expect mild weather in Mexico City in October: afternoons reach about 20°C (68°F), while nights drop to around 8°C (46°F). Around 62 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as September and about the same as November.
What stands out in October
- Mexico City is usually about 3°C cooler than Cuernavaca, 60 km away, in October.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 12°C.
- Good walking weather for combining Templo Mayor and Zócalo in one day.
Avg high
20°C
68°F
Avg low
8°C
46°F
Rainfall
62 mm
some rain
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
56%
cloud · often cloudy
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 October
- 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
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is October 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 October
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Mexico City in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Mexico City?
October is a reasonable time for Mexico City: highs around 20°C and about 62 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Mexico City in October?
Average highs are about 20°C (68°F) and average lows about 8°C (46°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Mexico City in October?
Mexico City typically gets around 62 mm of rain in October — some rain.
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.