Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Mexico City in July
The year's rain peaks now, with about 6.1 in (154 mm) falling in Mexico City, alongside highs near 74°F (23°C) and lows of 53°F (12°C).
Its comfort score of 71/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 74°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 6.1 in (154 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 74°F (23°C).
Lows average 53°F (12°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.1 in (154 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 17.9 in (455 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 75/100 in June to 71/100.
- Our Mexico City to Oaxaca route recommends Oct – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 74°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.1 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Mexico City in July
With 6.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
El Califa de León
Tiny San Rafael taco counter with a Michelin star for its gaonera steak taco.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.1 in of rain.
Pujol
Enrique Olvera's flagship tasting menu, known for the aged mole madre.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Museo Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo's Blue House in Coyoacán, with her studio and personal objects.
Templo Mayor
Excavated Aztec temple beside the Zócalo, with a museum of finds from Tenochtitlan.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.1 in of rain.
Licorería Limantour
Roma Norte cocktail bar regularly ranked among the world's best.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter July days.
Nearby in July
- Puebla in July~66 mi · highs 74°F, 5.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Oaxaca in July~227 mi · highs 76°F, 5.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Guadalajara in July~287 mi · highs 79°F, 8.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,627 m to Mexico City's ~2,228 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Mexico City in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Mexico City?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 71/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 74°F (23°C) and 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain. Our Mexico City to Oaxaca route recommends Oct – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Mexico City in July?
Average highs are 74°F (23°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Mexico City in July?
Yes: about 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.2 in (792 mm).
What should I pack for Mexico City in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 74°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.1 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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