Mérida, Mexico Things to Do - Calendar of Events - Weather
What to except in every season, not just summer months.
Summer Vacation! Isn’t the only time to visit Mérida, Mexico.
Mérida, Mexico Weather
Tip: Start planning based on the weather and checking out the holiday festivities by month. By researching the current events that will be happening when you plan on visiting, you’ll find plenty of 'Free’ or very inexpensive things to do, along with the additional excursion you may want to add.
Below are a few events that can help plan your next trip to Mérida, Mexico.
In the Fall/Winter months, starting in October/November, is the best time to visit Mexico. The temperatures are warm but starting to drop, with a chance of tropical storms until the end of the month.
It’s the start of the festivals, so you can witness the Mayan traditions of Festival de las Animas including Day of the Dead, Walk of the Souls and Hanal Poxán/Food for the Souls. The Alters are decorated with traditional Fall colors, including Marigold flowers and candles to guide the spirit’s home. It is a time to honor the deceased ancestors.
November weather is the beginning of the dry season and temps are more enjoyable. Check out the Hokol Vuh, celebrating Maya culture cuisine and charity event at the State Fair.
December is one of the most popular months to visit, - because Mérida is beautifully decorated in traditional Christmas decor and has multiple celebrations to enjoy. On December 12th, it’s the Virgen de Guadalupe - Our Lady of Guadalupe is the patron saint of Mexico. The 24th is Nochebuena with a traditional meal to bring in Christmas Day on the 25th, with Christmas celebration extending into January in Mexico.
One of the cooler temperature months is in January, when the weather is crisper and several more festivities going on throughout the month. On the 6th, it’s Posadas to Día de Reyes/Three Kings Day with Rosca de Reyes/King’s Cake and the children receiving gifts from the Three Wise Men. Plus, Mérida Feast, celebrating the founding of Mérida and more.
We were lucky to be there for Mérida Fest. It featured music, dance, art and food! Every year, they celebrate the city’s anniversary, which includes a high-quality, free concert. In 2026, the band was Reik played at the Mérida Feast Festival. The January weather is very pleasant for an outside concert.
February/March also has great weather for visiting the Yucatán with it still being dry season and has lower humidity. Don’t miss the Spring Carnaval de Mérida and it is an ideal time for exploring the Mayan ruins.
April, starts to get hot & humid with warmer temperatures, perfect for visiting Cenotes after exploring the Mayan ruins.
May Weather – Hottest month of the year and the increased humidity makes this month a really uncomfortable time to visit for some. Celebrate the nights of La Noche Blanca with art, culture experiences with music, food and enjoy a dip in the Cenotes.
June, July & August are popular for family vacations when the kids are out of school. Along with the summer visitors, it’s the start of wet season with heat and humidity. Otherwise known as hurricane season (June 1st - November 1st). There’s plenty to explore in the summer months with the Mayan ruins, Cenotes and ocean. Beating the heat and staying cool by visiting the beaches at Progreso and the surrounding coastal areas.
September is Mexico’s Independence Day with performances, dancing a Yucatecan cuisine. The ramp up of the celebrations throughout Mexico. The weather is slightly cooler, but still can be hot and humid some days.
When you visit, check out the traditional dance performance’s, Pok Ta Pok-Mayan Ball game reenactment and Sunday Market on Calle 60, near by Plaza Grande.
Tropical Climate. I’ve heard its brutality hot in May because of the heat & humidity, with the Spring & Summer months being hot, so I'm choosing to visit the months of October to March for the cooler weather and festivities, plus it fits into my schedule.
Visiting in the warmer months, just don’t over plan because something you won’t expect will be ready for you to explore. Be prepared to want to relax by the pools, Cenotes or beach to cool off. Dry season is November to April, but can have light showers occasionally, but it’s still pleasant unless the cold front comes in for a few days.
Whenever you choose to visit, you’ll be able to explore and enjoy Mérida, Mexico’s and surrounding area’s hospitality.
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