Season guide · Guadalajara · Mexico
Guadalajara in the dry winter
November–February: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
Sunny days in the mid-20s °C and chilly nights, with the book fair, Christmas and quieter weeks in January and February. Expect highs up to 27°C (81°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F), with about 7 rainy days across November–February. November–February are among the best months of the year to visit.
Key facts
- Months
- November–February
- Temperatures
- 7°C (45°F) to 27°C (81°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 7
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in the dry winter
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C (77°F) | 7°C (45°F) | 2 | 11 h | 2/5 |
| February | 27°C (81°F) | 8°C (46°F) | 1 | 11.4 h | 2/5 |
| November | 26°C (79°F) | 10°C (50°F) | 2 | 11.1 h | 4/5 |
| December | 25°C (77°F) | 8°C (46°F) | 2 | 10.9 h | 3/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 26°C (79°F) against a yearly 28°C (82°F), and 7 of the year's roughly 86 rainy days fall in these 4 months. Crowds rate 3/5 and hotel prices 3/5 on average.
What's on in the dry winter
Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.
- November: Día de Muertos altars and events (1–2 November)
- November: Feria Internacional del Libro (FIL) — book fair (usually late November to early December)
- December: FIL book fair continues (early December)
- December: Fiesta de la Virgen de Guadalupe (12 December)
Make the most of the weather
Landmark · Centro Histórico
Plaza Tapatía
A long pedestrian plaza runs east from behind the Teatro Degollado to the Hospicio Cabañas, lined with fountains, shops and modern bronze sculptures, including the Inmolación de Quetzalcóatl.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Kids
Nature · Huentitán
Barranca de Huentitán
Start early in the morning, carry plenty of water and go with company; even the viewpoint at the top is worth the trip if you skip the hike.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Free
Zoo · Huentitán
Guadalajara Zoo
One of Mexico's largest zoos stands on the lip of the Barranca de Huentitán, with big cats, primates, a herpetarium and an aviary, plus a safari area of African grassland animals.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
Park · Providencia
Bosque Los Colomos
Visit the Japanese garden first, then follow the trails towards El Castillo; weekday mornings are calmest.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Nature
Day trips in the dry winter
- Tequila (About 1–1.5 hours by road) — The town that gave the spirit its name sits among blue-agave fields that form a UNESCO-listed landscape.
- Lake Chapala and Ajijic (About 1 hour by road) — Mexico's largest natural lake lies south of the city.
What to pack
- Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is the dry winter a good time to visit Guadalajara?
Yes: November–February are among the best months. Sunny days in the mid-20s °C and chilly nights, with the book fair, Christmas and quieter weeks in January and February.
+What is the weather like in Guadalajara in the dry winter?
Highs of up to 27°C (81°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F), with about 7 rainy days over the season.