May 6 is generally a great time to visit Mexico City. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 27°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Mexico City right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Mexico City
Currency
MXN
$ Mexican peso
Language
Spanish
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Travel Precautions
GPI: 2.612
Mexico City Weather Forecast for May 6
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 26.6°C. 15% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Mexico City in May
Based on historical data for May 6, Mexico City typically experiences temperatures between 12.8°C and 26.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, layers (onion system) to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Mexico City
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
26.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.9°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
15%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.7 hPa
Low volatility
Mexico City Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 87% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 50+, limit exposure 10am-4pm
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 9 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 14 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 23 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.6°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Mexico
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~454
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Mexico City
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:06
☀️ Noon
12:34
🌇 Sunset
19:02
⏱️ Daylight
12h 55m
Wind Speed
17.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
51%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Mexico City
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Unhealthy for sensitive groups. Consider wearing a mask outdoors.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Popocatépetl
70km away
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Mexico City on May 6 averages 26.6°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Mexico City Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Mexico City Worth Visiting on May 6?
Planning a trip to Mexico City on May 6? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 26.6°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 454 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 9 vaccinations are recommended for Mexico, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 32°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 10.6°C in 2019.