Mérida, Yucatán Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Mérida get?

Mérida gets 732 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 67 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 55% of Mexico.

June is the wettest month, with 134 mm. March is the driest, with 11 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 10.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 37 days, to March 27, 2024.

Mérida weather by month

Mérida weather in January

In January, Mérida averages a high of 31°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The January record high is 37°C (1991) and the record low is 6°C (1996).

Mérida weather in February

In February, Mérida averages a high of 32°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The February record high is 40°C (1986) and the record low is 7°C (1989).

Mérida weather in March

In March, Mérida averages a high of 35°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The March record high is 41°C (1991) and the record low is 6°C (1986).

Mérida weather in April

In April, Mérida averages a high of 37°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The April record high is 43°C (2020) and the record low is 11°C (1987).

Mérida weather in May

In May, Mérida averages a high of 38°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The May record high is 44°C (2024) and the record low is 13°C (1988).

Mérida weather in June

In June, Mérida averages a high of 36°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 134 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (1998) and the record low is 17°C (1997).

Mérida weather in July

In July, Mérida averages a high of 36°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (1992) and the record low is 19°C (1978).

Mérida weather in August

In August, Mérida averages a high of 36°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1988) and the record low is 18°C (2000).

Mérida weather in September

In September, Mérida averages a high of 34°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 129 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The September record high is 41°C (1996) and the record low is 16°C (1982).

Mérida weather in October

In October, Mérida averages a high of 33°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The October record high is 40°C (2001) and the record low is 12°C (1982).

Mérida weather in November

In November, Mérida averages a high of 32°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The November record high is 38°C (1997) and the record low is 10°C (1985).

Mérida weather in December

In December, Mérida averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The December record high is 36°C (1986) and the record low is 7°C (1994).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Mérida

March is the sunniest month in Mérida, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. September is the cloudiest, at 42%. Over the year the sun shines about 53% of daylight hours. Mérida is sunnier than 57% of Mexico.

Humidity peaks in September at 80% and is lowest in April at 59%.

Mérida has about 158 days a year above 32°C. Mérida is hotter than 74% of Mexico.

Mérida weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Mérida station is 44°C, on May 18, 2024. The coldest is 6°C, on March 13, 1996.

The wettest day on record brought 228 mm of rain, on June 29, 2003.

25 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Mérida

Winter (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 18°C.

Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 37°C and lows near 21°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 36°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 33°C and lows near 21°C.

Mérida climate questions

How much rain does Mérida get?

Mérida gets 732 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 67 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Mérida?

June is the wettest month in Mérida, with 134 mm. March is the driest, with 11 mm.

How many rainy days does Mérida have a year?

Mérida has about 67 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 10.

What is the hottest month in Mérida?

May is the warmest month in Mérida, with an average high of 38°C.

What is the coldest month in Mérida?

January is the coldest month in Mérida, with an average low of 17°C.

What is the record high temperature in Mérida?

The record high at the Mérida station is 44°C, set on May 18, 2024. The record low is 6°C, on March 13, 1996.

What is the sunniest month in Mérida?

March is the sunniest month in Mérida, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. September is the cloudiest.