Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Mexico City in September
Mexico City edges cooler than August, with highs of 72°F (22°C), lows of 53°F (12°C) and about 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 71/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 72°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 5.8 in (148 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What September feels like
Days are warm, averaging 72°F (22°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 53°F (12°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.8 in (148 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 77%.
Plan around September
September is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort holds steady from August (72 → 71/100).
- Our Mexico City to Oaxaca route recommends Oct – Apr, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 72°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.8 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 September
With 5.8 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Pujol
Enrique Olvera's flagship tasting menu, known for the aged mole madre.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.8 in of rain.
Licorería Limantour
Roma Norte cocktail bar regularly ranked among the world's best.
Why now Easy to slot in when September's rain moves in.
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 5.8 in of rain.
Museo Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo's Blue House in Coyoacán, with her studio and personal objects.
Contramar
Lunch institution in Roma Norte for tuna tostadas and red-and-green pescado a la talla.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter September days.
Nearby in September
- Puebla in September~66 mi · highs 71°F, 6.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Oaxaca in September~227 mi · highs 74°F, 8.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Guadalajara in September~287 mi · highs 78°F, 5.6 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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 September: quick answers
Is September 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 72°F (22°C) and 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain. Our Mexico City to Oaxaca route recommends Oct – Apr, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Mexico City in September?
Average highs are 72°F (22°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Mexico City in September?
Yes: about 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.2 in (792 mm).
What should I pack for Mexico City in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 72°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.8 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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