Month guide · Mexico City · Mexico
Mexico City in July
What July is really like in Mexico City: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 23°C (73°F), lows of 12°C (54°F), about 23 rainy days and roughly 13.2 hours of daylight. The wettest month, with daily afternoon storms; plan museums for the afternoons.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 23°C (73°F) / 12°C (54°F)
- Rainy days
- About 23
- Daylight
- About 13.2 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in July
July is the 6th-warmest month in Mexico City: days average 23°C (73°F) against a yearly average high of 24°C (75°F), and nights fall to about 12°C (54°F). Rain falls on roughly 23 of its 31 days. Compared with June (25°C (77°F)), July is cooler; by August highs stay near 23°C (73°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:07
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:18
- Daylight
- About 13.2 hours
Summer (June–August). The rainy season: sunny mornings, heavy afternoon storms and green parks, with fewer visitors and lower prices.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 3 for crowds (the peak is November at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in November). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Mexico City, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Experience · Xochimilco
Xochimilco canals
Go on a weekday for a quieter ride or on Sunday for the full party, and agree the boat price by the hour using the official board at the landing.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Kids
- Food
- Outdoors
Experience · Doctores
Lucha libre at Arena México
Masked wrestlers, acrobatic dives from the ropes and a crowd hurling good-natured insults make lucha libre a classic Mexico City night out.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- After dark
- Iconic
- Kids
Landmark · Centro Histórico
Plaza Garibaldi
Agree the price per song before the band starts, and use an app-based ride to get there and back at night.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- After dark
- Free
- Iconic
Viewpoint · Centro Histórico
Torre Latinoamericana
Completed in 1956, the 44-storey Torre Latinoamericana was one of the first skyscrapers built to resist earthquakes on soft ground and came through the 1957 and 1985 earthquakes.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- History
- After dark
What to pack
For highs near 23°C, lows near 12°C and 23 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 July a good time to visit Mexico City?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, March–April and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Mexico City?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The wettest month, with daily afternoon storms; plan museums for the afternoons.
+How warm is Mexico City in July?
Average highs are around 23°C (73°F) and lows around 12°C (54°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Mexico City in July?
Expect rain on about 23 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.