Mexico City in April: a seasonal travel plan
Mexico City, Mexico. In april, the average daytime high is 26.4 °C and the night-time low is 9.1 °C. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
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Selected month: April
Temperatures by month
Air temperature: Mexico City
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Weather at a glance
- Daytime high
- 26.4 °C
- Nighttime low
- 9.1 °C
- Monthly precipitation
- 27.3 mm
- Days with at least 1 mm
- 8.3
- Daylight
- 12.6 h
2015–2024 averages. Daytime temperature is the average daily maximum; nighttime temperature is the average daily minimum.
Early, middle and late month
| Period | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Days with at least 1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1–10 | 26.2 | 8.5 | 1.9 |
| Days 11–20 | 26.6 | 9.0 | 2.2 |
| From day 21 | 26.3 | 9.7 | 4.2 |
What this month is like
Mexico City, Mexico. In april, the average daytime high is 26.4 °C and the night-time low is 9.1 °C. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
There are 8.3 wet days on average, with about 27.3 mm of precipitation. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
How to plan the day
Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
Average daylight is 12.6 hours, so put longer routes in the brighter part of the day.
What to pack
Pack light clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for the evening. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
Precipitation and an alternative plan
There are several days with precipitation during the month. A light waterproof layer can help you continue your route outdoors.
What to pack
Light breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle will be useful. The day-to-night temperature difference is noticeable, so dressing in layers is practical. A compact rain jacket takes little room in a day bag.
Compared with neighbouring months
Average daytime high: previous month — 24.8 °C, April — 26.4 °C, next month — 26.7 °C. Days with at least 1 mm of precipitation: 5.3, 8.3 and 15.2.
Things to do
Mexico City fills a high valley above two thousand metres, and its districts spread out from the Zócalo: the historic centre, Roma and Condesa, Coyoacán and Polanco. The Metro is cheap and fast, yet crossing between districts takes time, so plan two or three neighbourhoods a day.
Zócalo and Templo Mayor
On the main square, visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and the ruins of Templo Mayor, where glass panels reveal the layers of the Aztec temple. The National Palace nearby holds Diego Rivera's murals, and entry is free.
Museum of Anthropology
The National Museum of Anthropology in Chapultepec displays the Sun Stone and halls devoted to Maya, Aztec and Olmec cultures. One hall can take an hour, so choose two or three and keep energy for the park.
Coyoacán and the Casa Azul
The blue Casa Azul, where Frida Kahlo lived, stands in quiet Coyoacán alongside the Leon Trotsky museum. Timed tickets control entry, and afterwards the Jardin de Coyoacán invites a slow coffee.
Where to stay
Historic centre
The centre around the Zócalo works for the first days: palaces, museums and the Merced market all sit within walking distance. Streets east of the square empty at night, so keep evening walks closer to Regina.
Roma and Condesa
Roma and Condesa suit anyone who wants cafés, galleries and restaurants on leafy streets. The centre is twenty minutes away by Metro, and the district stays awake later than most.
Polanco
Polanco is an affluent district of wide avenues and museums, with Chapultepec Park on its edge. It is calm and green, though prices run higher and street life feels thinner than in Roma.
Getting there and around
Benito Juárez Airport lies inside the city, and the centre is reachable on Metro line 5 or by taxi in about forty minutes with light traffic. The Metro is the cheapest and quickest way around, but carriages fill up at rush hour. Walking covers the historic centre well, while Coyoacán and Polanco each deserve their own taxi or Metro trip.
Three days in Mexico City
Historic centre
Start at the Zócalo with the cathedral and Templo Mayor, then go up the viewing terrace of the Torre Latinoamericana. Finish at the Merced market and the lanes around Regina.
Chapultepec and Polanco
Spend the morning in the Museum of Anthropology, then walk through the park past the zoo and the lake boats to Chapultepec Castle. In the evening descend to Polanco for dinner along Avenida Masaryk.
Coyoacán and Xochimilco
See the Casa Azul and the Coyoacán square in the morning, with lunch at the market. In the afternoon take a trajinera from the Embarcadero dock in Xochimilco, past islands of flowers along the canals.
Weather throughout the year
| Month | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Precipitation, mm | Days with at least 1 mm | Daylight, h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.7 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 2.0 | 11.1 |
| February | 22.5 | 5.4 | 6.9 | 1.9 | 11.5 |
| March | 24.8 | 7.3 | 20.6 | 5.3 | 12.0 |
| April | 26.4 | 9.1 | 27.3 | 8.3 | 12.6 |
| May | 26.7 | 10.6 | 58.4 | 15.2 | 13.0 |
| June | 23.9 | 10.8 | 124.9 | 21.2 | 13.3 |
| July | 22.0 | 10.5 | 150.8 | 27.6 | 13.2 |
| August | 21.4 | 10.5 | 163.8 | 28.3 | 12.8 |
| September | 20.7 | 10.2 | 143.7 | 25.5 | 12.3 |
| October | 20.6 | 8.4 | 61.0 | 15.4 | 11.7 |
| November | 20.4 | 6.7 | 25.4 | 6.3 | 11.2 |
| December | 19.8 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 1.4 | 11.0 |
Frequently asked questions
Mexico City: what is the temperature in April?
The average daytime high is 26.4 °C and the night-time low is 9.1 °C. Start a long walking route in the morning. Plan lunch and shaded breaks for the middle of the day.
How many days with precipitation are there in April?
On average, there are 8.3 days with at least 1 mm of precipitation; the monthly total is 27.3 mm. There are several days with precipitation during the month. A light waterproof layer can help you continue your route outdoors.
What should I pack for walks in April?
Light breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle will be useful. The day-to-night temperature difference is noticeable, so dressing in layers is practical. A compact rain jacket takes little room in a day bag.
How does the weather change from the start to the end of the month?
Average daytime highs by part of the month: 1–10 — 26.2 °C; 11–20 — 26.6 °C; 21 to month-end — 26.3 °C.
How many daylight hours are there in April?
The average is 12.6 hours. Spread walks between the morning and afternoon, then leave the evening for dinner or indoor activities.
Is Mexico City worth visiting in April?
The climate suits a trip if daytime temperatures around 26.4 °C and nights around 9.1 °C work for you. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
What can I do in Mexico City on a wet day in April?
Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag. Keep a museum, market, café or another indoor route near your accommodation.
What should I pack for Mexico City in April?
Pack light clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for the evening. Average daylight is 12.6 hours.