What is the weather like in Mexico City in March?

Expect temperatures between 10°C and 25°C with 4% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Mexico City in March?

Mexico City in March scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Mexico City in March?

March in Mexico City is ideal for: Families with children, Elderly travelers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists.

Mexico City Weather in March | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

25°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

10°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

4% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Mexico City

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Currency

MXN

$ Mexican peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

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Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.612

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

70/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

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Peak

May

Low

Jun

Monthly Traffic Distribution

417

Jan

394

Feb

393

Mar

453

Apr

454

May

138

Jun

419

Jul

413

Aug

368

Sep

398

Oct

398

Nov

284

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

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Mérida Licenciado Manuel Crescencio Rejon Int (MID)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Mexico.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Mexico.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Mexico. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Mexico.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Mexico take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasCampeche, Chiapas, and the southern part of Chihuahua stateRare in the states of Oaxaca, Sinaloa, Sonora, and TabascoNo malaria transmission along the U.S.–Mexico borderDrug resistanceNoneSpeciesP. vivax(100%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisCampeche, Chiapas, and the southern part of Chihuahua state: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is March a Good Time to Visit Mexico City?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(66/100)

Short Answer

March is Mexico City's peak season for good reason: 26°C temperatures and 4% rain probability. But expect crowds (87% of annual maximum) and premium prices.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

87% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Ideal temperature range

25.5°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Excellent dry conditions

Only 4% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Near active volcano: Popocatépetl

Medium volcanic risk

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 25.5°C temperatures and low 4% rain risk
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Elderly travelers
Comfortable 25.5°C temperature range with manageable humidity
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 25.5°C, 4% rain chance
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Photographers
10.9h sunshine, 68% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Mexico City in March averages 25°C with 4% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Mexico City in March

What are the temperatures in Mexico City in March?

Daytime highs average 25°C, nights drop to 10°C. There's a significant day/night temperature swing.

How many rainy days in Mexico City in March?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Mexico City in March?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is March peak season in Mexico City?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Mexico City Weather in March

Mexico City March Weather Calendar