Mexico Weather in April

Mexico Season in April: Spring

Tulum in Mexico in April

In April, the mid-spring, Mexico weather is relatively settled and suitable for traveling around. You can have many sunny days around the country and a little showers in the southeast. The monthly average temperature is around 16-30℃ (60.8-86℉) and the temperature in the southeast is about 5℃ (41℉) higher than the mean. As April is the dry season, the precipitation is small, totaling 17 mm on average, and the southeast is wetter in comparison, with the monthly average rainfall of 20-50 mm, which both has little impact on your trips.

 The warmest cities in Mexico in April:

Mérida: 20-35℃ (68-95℉); Huatulco: 21-35℃ (69.8-95℉); Villahermosa: 23-34℃ (73.4-93.2℉).

 The coolest cities in Mexico in April: 

Toluca: 7-23℃ (44.6-73.4℉); Puebla: 10-27℃ (50-80.6℉); San Luis Potosí: 10-29℃ (50-84.2℉).

Regional Weather in Mexico in April

Northwestern Mexico Weather in April

Northwestern Mexico has warm weather in April. However, the high temperature difference between day and night, about 15℃ (59℉), makes it cool or even cold after sunset in some days. There is little rain, the monthly average precipitation is less than 20 mm.

 April Weather of Major Northwestern Mexico Cities

Temp.	Rainfall  (mm)	Rainy Days	Humi- dity (%)	Sunrise / Sunset
Hermosillo
15 - 32℃ (59 - 89.6℉)	4	1	24	06:11:33 / 18:42:52
Juarez
10 - 26℃ (50 - 78.8℉)	7	2	53	06:05:56 / 18:26:25
Tijuana
11 - 22℃ (51.8 - 71.6℉)	20	4	65	06:33:42 / 19:08:47

Central Mexico Weather in April

Central Mexico is warm and dry in April. The maximum average temperature of about 30℃ (86℉) makes it a little hot. It is still a little cold at night, with an average temperature of around 10℃ (50℉). The monthly average rainfall differs in different regions but generally no more than 30 mm. Due to the high altitude, the ultraviolet is strong during the day.

 April Weather of Major Central Mexico Cities

Temp.	Rainfall  (mm)	Rainy Days	Humi- dity (%)	Sunrise / Sunset
Mexico City
11 - 27℃ (51.8 - 80.6℉)	26	8	41	06:28:54 / 18:50:58
Puebla
10 - 27℃ (50 - 80.6℉)	23	6	50	06:25:22 / 18:47:06
Guadalajara
15 - 31℃ (59 - 87.8℉)	7	1	36	06:45:13 / 19:08:23

Southeastern Mexico Weather in April

In southeastern Mexico, it is hot in April. The maximum daily average temperature is more than 30℃ (86℉) so you need to take sun protection measures. Although there is a high temperature difference during a day, it is not cold even at night and the impact on sightseeing is minor. April is the dry season there and the monthly average rainfall is no more than 50 mm. The rainy days are less than 5 days averagely based on historical data. You can arrange your trip with relief.

 April Weather of Major Southeastern Mexico Cities

Temp.	Rainfall  (mm)	Rainy Days	Humi- dity (%)	Sunrise / Sunset
Cancun
23 - 32℃ (73.4 - 89.6℉)	28	4	76	05:39:03 / 18:02:36
Mérida
20 - 35℃ (68 - 95℉)	25	2	63	05:50:14 / 06:13:37
Cozumel
22 - 32℃ (71.6 - 89.6℉)	45	4	79	05:39:41 / 06:02:39

What to Wear in Mexico in April

Due to the warm weather during the day, you can wear comfortable and breathable clothes, such as shirts, T-shirts, dresses and jeans. Sun protection is needed because the ultraviolet is strong. At night, it is better to put on a thin jacket since it is a little cool outside. Moreover, make sure that you have a pair of sports shoes if there are a lot of walks when traveling.

Top Places to Visit in Mexico in April

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April is the best time to visit Mexico. The warm temperature of both air and water and little rain make both outdoor visits and water sports available. Also, the Easter Day usually falls in April, when the locals hold various celebrations like parade and song and dance performances. The long Easter holiday attracts tourists from home and abroad. Such conditions also make April the peak season.

1. Oaxaca

Oaxaca

Old Town

The Old Town in Oaxaca is listed as the Human Cultural Heritages. Tourists can see various colonial buildings with gorgeous architectural styles. During Easter Week, people usually parade to express their religious cult. 

Hierve el Agua

The amazing scenery of the cliff is created by nature. These rocks are rich in calcium carbonate and minerals. Due to thousands of years of petrification, the cliff looks like a waterfall from a distance.

2. Yucatan Peninsula

There are many historical sites in Yucatan Peninsula because it is an important source of Mayan Civilization and has a colonial period.

Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza in April

Chichen Itza is a Mayan city still preserving many Mayan ruins. It has a long history and many ethnic groups have lived here, which makes it so important today, because it can show Mayan, Toltec and Aztec Civilization.

Mérida

It is a major city in Yucatan inland. Mérida Cathedral is the oldest one among the current existing cathedrals in the Americas. Parts of the cathedral are built by stones of Mayan’s pyramid, so you can still see some Mayan carves in the cathedral.

Travel Tips in April

1. Make Reservations in Advance if Traveling during Easter Holiday 

April is the peak season in Mexico because of the comfortable weather and the long Easter holiday. During the Easter holiday, not only foreign tourists, but many Mexican families head to popular spots, especially the seaside resorts. If you plan to travel there during the holiday, prepare for the large crowds and rising prices and make reservations with hotels, flights and attractions in advance. 

2. For a Less Crowded Trip, Avoid the Easter Holiday

If you expect a relatively uncrowded trip, you can visit there before or after the holiday when there are fewer tourists. But the whole April is the busy season in the coastal regions, you need to be prepared for the crowds.

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