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Best time to visit Merida: month by month
Short answer
November to March is the best period, with highs of about 28–33°C and less rain. April and May are the hottest, about 36°C; June to October is the rainy season, with afternoon storms and a hurricane risk from about August to October.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28°C | 19°C | 6 | high |
| Feb | 30°C | 20°C | 5 | high |
| Mar | 33°C | 21°C | 4 | high |
| Apr | 36°C | 23°C | 4 | medium |
| May | 36°C | 24°C | 7 | low |
| Jun | 34°C | 24°C | 15 | low |
| Jul | 35°C | 24°C | 16 | medium |
| Aug | 34°C | 24°C | 19 | medium |
| Sep | 33°C | 24°C | 17 | low |
| Oct | 33°C | 23°C | 12 | low |
| Nov | 31°C | 21°C | 11 | medium |
| Dec | 30°C | 20°C | 7 | high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
About 33°C in March and 36°C in April and May, dry; very hot by midday.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
About 34–35°C with rain on 15–19 days a month, usually afternoon storms; humid.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
About 33°C in September and October and 31°C in November, with rain on 11–17 days a month and hurricane risk early in the season.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
About 28–30°C by day and 19–20°C at night, with little rain; the most comfortable season.
Events worth planning around
- Mérida Fest, around the city's anniversary (January)
- Carnival (February or March)
- Spring equinox at Chichén Itzá (around 21 March)
- Hanal Pixán, the Yucatán Day of the Dead (31 October to 2 November)
When to avoid
Avoid April and May if you dislike intense heat, and keep plans flexible from August to October because of storms and hurricane risk.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Mérida?
November to March.
How hot is Mérida in May?
Highs are about 36°C, among the hottest of the year.
Is there a hurricane season?
Yes, the main risk is from about August to October.