In mexico city, where the air quality can become an issue in the. Playa del carmen and chetumal have been completely wiped out in the past and what you presently see are rebuilt cities. This is the mean monthly precipitation, including rain, snow, hail etc. But thats what the native flora looks like well into the dry season before being revived by the first summer showers. Rainy season in mexico city can result in strong showers lasting an hour or two in earlyafternoon. Mexicos rainy season runs from may to october each year. Flooding in mexico city during the rainy season is as inevitable as the rain itself but despite efforts for centuries to deal with the issue, a forevergrowing population means the. Mostly, though, the rainy season in mexico city can feel like living under a grinding, waterlogged siege. Another benefit of rainy season travel is the profuse vegetation and green, green hills. On the most territory of mexico excluding the northern territories all the summer months rains. You can generally expect normal to heavy rain most days between 4pm and 10 or 11pm, but generally it lasts at most 2 hours. Afternoon downpours during the rainy season are common occurrences. If you want guaranteed sunshine, either avoid the rainy season or visit an area in mexico not affected by it. The 10 best indoor things to do in mexico city on a rainy day.
Mexico city keeps sinking as its water supply wastes away. The peak of the tourist season in cancun is between december and april, falling completely outside the rainy season. As mentioned earlier, mexico is a country that loves to celebrate, and has a ton of public holidays on which to do so. Of course, there are times when this is not the case but it is fairly rare for continual rain to persist. Best activities for a rainy day in mexico city cbs chicago. Summer june, july, august the thing that most people worry about during summer in mexico city is the rain. During the summer months it rains on average once a day, though the rain rarely lasts longer than a few hours. The rain usually only lasts a short while and then it makes way for the sun, and if the days are a bit overcast, thats not necessarily a bad thing the sun can be so strong that a little bit of cloud cover can be most welcome.
June to september is the rainy season, which is typified by short and heavy showers in the afternoons. This is the number of days each month with rain, snow, hail etc. Sep 12, 2018 mexico city is draining even more water from the ancient lake bed on which the city sits, causing it to sink. Average weather in mexico city, mexico, year round weather spark.
The vast majority of mexico city s annual average rainfall of 30 to 34 inches falls during these months. The benefits of the rainy season when there is a lot of rain about, the dry, arid areas of the country becomes lush and green. Normally the central nm area gets afternoon thundershowers during the summer, which are usually quite welcome since its such a dry area. October through may is the city s dry season, this period having very little rain, while june through september is considered the rainy season.
Until the end of september, mexico city is still experiencing its rainy season. The summer is mexico citys rainy season, with an average of seven inches of rainfall each july. Flooding in mexico city during the rainy season is as inevitable as the rain itself but despite efforts for centuries to deal with the issue, a forevergrowing population means the problem persists. Mexico city weather mexico city, central mexico and gulf coast. June through september is the rainy season, but dont be put off by that label. October through may is the citys dry season, this period having very little rain, while june through september is considered the rainy season. What to pack for wet season in mexico eternal expat. The monthly mean minimum and maximum daily temperature.
Mexico receives the most annual rainfall during rainy season, most regions receive about 40 inches of rain per year. Jul 27, 2010 mostly, though, the rainy season in mexico city can feel like living under a grinding, waterlogged siege. Mexico city has an average of 124 rainy days per year. Average monthly rainy days in mexico city mexico df. The 10 best indoor things to do in mexico city on a rainy. In mexico city, the huge federal capital of mexico, the climate is subtropical, mild or pleasantly warm during the day, while nights are cool in summer and cold in winter. Rainy season in central and southern mexico lasts roughly from may or june through october or november. Rain storms tend to arrive in the afternoon, leaving the evenings dry and cooledoff, with mornings bright and sunny. Mexico city and interior mexico weather in january.
Weather in general, mexico city enjoys spring weather yearround, with the evenings somewhat cooler, especially in winter. So try to accomplish outdoor must see activities before 2 p. Fall mid 70s throughout the day, down to 60s at night. During the rainy season it can rain every day and there is the chance of hurricanes and other natural disasters that affect the yucatan. When to visit mexico updated for 2020 santorini dave. However, this year they are getting hit with spectacularly heavy rainfall, causing flooding in many areas. Climate and average monthly weather in mexico city mexico df. Sep 02, 2015 in my own experience ive being living here since last january, so ive been only through this years rain season. Localized temporary flooding is the most common sideeffect, which is not entirely surprising given the sheer quantity of water that falls in a short period. The downside is that some dirt roads get muddy and this may curtail visits to remote. If you are not fond of the normal high temperatures in mexico, the rain will cool down the area and lower the temperatures considerably. The rainy season in mexico city is from late may to early october. Mexico city s rainy season downpours tend to be brief but intense and frequently are accompanied by strong winds, which can make an umbrella ineffective. Frequent hurricanes, bringing new precipitation and cool.
Highly rated activities for a rainy day in mexico city. Climate in mexico mexico climate weather in mexico. Your tradeoff is beautiful weather, especially considering the citys winters can be chilly and the summers can be rainy. During the rainy season from june to september the city has. The rainy season which starts around mayjune and gradually works its way through until septemberoctober throughout mexico. Mexico city weather mexico city, central mexico and gulf. Aug 23, 2011 this is what its like in puebla mexico where i live. When is the rainy season in the mayan riviera of mexico. The rainy season runs from june to november when annual belize rainfall is highest. Mornings and nights are usually fresh, unlike the afternoons, which are usually warmer. Average monthly rainy days in mexico city mexico df weather. Mexico has a period of three to four months of rain and the rest of the year is the dry season. Travelling to mexico during the rainy season mexico car.
Mexicos rainy season runs from mayjune to october each year. Between may and september, on most late afternoons, thick clouds roll into mexico city s mountainringed valley. But the rainy season is not the absence of clear days. July and september are the wettest and quietest months in the mayan riviera, making them the best time to go if you want to score a cheap holiday. Occasionally flooding happens during the rainy season as well. Heres how to survive the summer if you plan to spend it here in mexico. Jun 10, 2019 the wet season is upon us here in mexico. So, if possible, it is better to plan a mexico city vacation for. But if you visit in the fall, youll likely be in town for some of the citys bestknown events, such as the day of. Rainy season in mexico can actually be quite pleasant, and its not necessarily a bad time to visit at all. Jan 26, 2015 the summer is mexico citys rainy season, with an average of seven inches of rainfall each july. Flights from canada in the off season means flying to an american city first then transferring to a flight bound for cancun or mexico city on an american airline. Even if you decide to travel in this period, there is only a minor risk of the hurricane season having an impact on your holiday. But if you visit in the fall, youll likely be in town for some of the city s bestknown events, such as the day of.
The rain means you can spend all day inside a museum, the cloud cover means you dont get sunburned as you explore aztec and mayan ruins, and best of all, the rain also means that everything is crazy green. Living with mexicos rainy season if you live in mexico, the rainy season may cause some practical inconveniences on occasions. The rainy season in mexico is known for the local, yet pretty nasty flooding that can and usually does paralyze the small towns. During this time, you can expect afternoon or evening showers or thunderstorms, and occasionally even hail storms. Best activities for a rainy day in mexico city cbs. As an alternative or in addition to an umbrella, pack a sturdy, unlined raincoat with a hood. Climate change, political inaction and poor infrastructure are intensifying the problem. The biggest risk of hurricanes is between august and september. Aug 23, 2006 monsoon season just means the rainy time of year. In fact, the daily temperature range is remarkable, especially in the dry season. The rainy season has begun in mexico city and there is. What to pack for mexico citys rainy season getaway usa.
There can be downpours and huge thunderstorms every day at the peak of the mexico city rainy season, although these mostly occur in the evening. Sometimes there are weeks of sunny days, only occasionally, more often during the day, interrupted by showers. Jan 10, 2018 the rainy season in mexico traditionally starts in the second week of june, but has become varied for quite some years now due to climate change. Rainy season in mexico city lasts from may through september. This is what its like in puebla mexico where i live. Mexicos official hurricane season lasts from june to november and therefore covers much of the rainy season. Typically, the rains occur in the form of showers in the afternoon or evening, and when they are abundant, they can make it difficult to get around. Even the best drains wont be able to deal with the huge amount of water that comes down over a short period of time. The rainy season in cancun, mexico, falls between the end of august and midnovember. So, if possible, it is better to plan a mexico city vacation for when it gets the least rain, in. The rainy season can be of little consequence in the dry, northern regions of the country. I dont think the city planning division has heard about the new drainage systems that. Jan 02, 2019 the cheapest travel month is generally september, but this is the heart of the rainy season and also when puerto vallarta can be at its hottest. Southern regions typically receive tropical showers, which begin around 4 or 5pm and last a few hours.
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