Month guide · Guadalajara · Mexico
Guadalajara in September
What September is really like in Guadalajara: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
September is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 27°C (81°F), lows of 16°C (61°F), about 14 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Rain begins to ease; Independence celebrations fill the centre in mid-month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 27°C (81°F) / 16°C (61°F)
- Rainy days
- About 14
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in September
September is the 8th-warmest month in Guadalajara: days average 27°C (81°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 16°C (61°F). Rain falls on roughly 14 of its 30 days. Compared with August (27°C (81°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:40
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:56
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
Rainy season (June–September). Afternoon and evening thunderstorms, cooler temperatures and green surroundings, with the mariachi festival at its end.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 3 for crowds (the peak is October at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in October). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in September
- Mariachi festival continues (usually early September)
- Independence Day celebrations (night of 15 September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Gallery · Centro Histórico
MUSA – Museo de las Artes
Combine it with the Templo Expiatorio, about ten minutes' walk away, to see more Orozco without the Cabañas crowds.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
Religious site · Centro Histórico
Guadalajara Cathedral
The cathedral was begun in the 16th century, and its pair of yellow-tiled spires, rebuilt in the 19th century after earthquakes, are the emblem of the city.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
- Free
Landmark · Centro Histórico
Plaza de los Mariachis
Agree the price per song before the band plays, and visit in the early evening rather than late at night.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- After dark
- History
- Iconic
Experience · Centro Histórico
Lucha libre at Arena Coliseo
Masked wrestlers fly from the ropes at weekly shows in the historic Arena Coliseo, a short walk from the cathedral.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- After dark
- Kids
- Iconic
What to pack
For highs near 27°C, lows near 16°C and 14 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Guadalajara?
A shoulder-season month, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, October–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Guadalajara in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Guadalajara?
It is a shoulder-season month. Rain begins to ease; Independence celebrations fill the centre in mid-month.
+How warm is Guadalajara in September?
Average highs are around 27°C (81°F) and lows around 16°C (61°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Guadalajara in September?
Expect rain on about 14 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.