When to Get Married: Weather, Pricing & Availability
The best time to get married in Mexico depends entirely on where you want your wedding. The country's climates are so distinct that while it rains daily in Cuernavaca in July, Los Cabos is dry and sunny. This guide breaks down each destination month by month, giving you concrete data on weather, pricing, and demand to help you choose your date.
General Calendar: High vs. Low Season
| Period | Season | Demand | Relative Price | General Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | High (start) | Medium-high | Baseline | Last rains, green |
| November | High (peak) | Very high | +15-25% | Dry, temperate |
| December | High | High | +20-30% | Dry, cool |
| January | Medium | Medium | Baseline | Dry, cold in highlands |
| February | High | High | +15-20% | Dry, temperate |
| March | Medium-high | Medium | Baseline | Dry, heat begins |
| April | Medium | Medium-low | -5-10% | Hot, Holy Week |
| May | Low | Low | -20-30% | Hot, start of rains |
| June | Low | Low | -25-35% | Rainy, hot |
| July | Low | Low | -20-30% | Frequent rain |
| August | Low | Low | -20-30% | Rain, hurricanes (coast) |
| September | Low | Very low | -25-35% | Peak rains |
Month by Month by Destination
CDMX & Surroundings (Cuernavaca, Tepoztlán, Valle de Bravo)
Best period: October to March. Mexico City has a temperate climate year-round (12-26°C) but intense rains from June to September, especially in the afternoons. Cuernavaca is 5-8°C warmer. Valle de Bravo has morning fog from November to February that gives it a particularly photogenic character. Venues like Rodavento Valle de Bravo look especially beautiful in the golden light from November to January.
Rainy season (June-September): nearly daily rains between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM. If your ceremony is at noon and the reception is under cover, it's manageable. The gardens of Cuernavaca and Tepoztlán are at their greenest in August and September.
Querétaro & San Miguel de Allende
Best period: October to April. Dry, sunny climate with temperatures of 15-28°C. San Miguel de Allende has cool nights (8-12°C from November to February), an important detail if your reception is on a terrace or open garden. The haciendas of Querétaro, like Hacienda San Antonio del Battán, have their best light from October to February.
Rainy season (June-September): less intense than in central Mexico but still present. Cloudy afternoons reduce the extreme heat of May-June.
Mérida & Yucatán
Best period: November to March. Humidity drops from 85% to 65%, temperatures moderate (22-32°C vs. 25-38°C in summer), and the probability of hurricanes is minimal. Henequen haciendas like Hacienda Chaká and Hacienda Sac Chich look spectacular in the winter Yucatán light. December and January are the most requested months.
Avoid: August-October. Peak hurricane season in the Gulf of Mexico. Although hurricanes rarely impact Mérida directly (it's inland), peripheral rains can last for days.
Riviera Maya
Best period: November to April. Tolerable humidity, calm sea, clear skies. Temperatures stay between 24-30°C. Rosewood Mayakoba and El Pueblito Mayakoba have their busiest calendars from November to February. For beach weddings, the wind is lighter from November to March.
Tricky season: September-October. Peak hurricane season in the Caribbean. Several venues close or don't schedule weddings during this window. Cancellation insurance is recommended for November weddings, due to the tail end of hurricane season.
Los Cabos
Best period: October to May. Los Cabos has the most predictable climate of all Mexican wedding destinations. It rains only 10-15 days a year (concentrated in August-September). From October to May, temperatures range between 22-30°C, with clear skies and low humidity. Grand Velas Los Cabos and Hacienda Beach Club host weddings year-round, but December to March is high season.
Avoid: August-September. The only months with a risk of showers or Pacific hurricanes. Heat exceeds 35°C with high humidity.
Non-Weather Factors
Flower availability. Mexican roses, hydrangeas, and peonies are at their best from October to March. During the rainy season, tropical flowers (bird of paradise, orchids, heliconias) are at their peak. Your florist can adjust the design to the season to optimize quality and price.
Religious calendars. Lent (February-April) does not prevent Catholic weddings, but some priests prefer to avoid Holy Week Saturdays. December has restrictions in some parishes due to the Christmas schedule. Confirm with your priest before booking the venue.
Holiday weekends & vacations. Holy Week, the November 1-2 holiday (Day of the Dead), and the Constitution Day weekend (February) drive up accommodation costs by 40-80% and complicate ground transportation. For destination weddings, avoid dates that coincide with long weekends because your guests will pay more for lodging and flights.
Local events. The Guelaguetza in Oaxaca (July) fills hotels. The International Cervantino Festival in Guanajuato (October) impacts San Miguel. The San Marcos Fair in Aguascalientes (April-May) affects the Bajío region. Check the local calendar before finalizing your date.
The Best Strategy for Choosing a Date
- Define your destination first (weather dictates the window).
- Identify the 3-4 month window with the best weather for that destination.
- Within that window, choose months with lower demand for better pricing and availability.
- Consider a Friday or Sunday for additional discounts.
- Verify there are no conflicting holiday weekends, local events, or religious dates.
The ideal combination for most couples in Mexico: October or February, on a Friday or Saturday. Good weather across the country, reasonable prices, and strong availability of venues and vendors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best month to get married in Mexico?
November offers the best balance of weather, greenery, and availability. October and February are alternatives with better availability and slightly lower prices.
Is it a bad idea to get married in the rainy season?
Not necessarily. Prices are 20-35% lower, availability is greater, and the vegetation is green. Rains are usually in the afternoon and last 1-2 hours. With a solid rain plan, it's viable.
When is the high season for weddings in Mexico?
From October to March, with peaks in November, December, and February. Saturdays in November book up 12-14 months in advance at popular venues.
Which months should I avoid?
September has the highest volume of rain. Holy Week complicates logistics. Long weekends drive up accommodation and transportation costs.
What date works best for a beach wedding?
November to April. Calm sea, low humidity, minimal hurricane probability. For Los Cabos, October to May is ideal.
Is getting married on a Friday or Sunday a good option?
An excellent budget option: save 15-25% on the venue. The downside is that guests need to take a day off. It works well for weddings with fewer than 80 guests.
By Destination
The best date depends as much on the area as on the calendar. In Mérida and the Riviera Maya, the optimal window is November to April; the rest of the year, heat and humidity make outdoor weddings impractical. Valle de Bravo has its best season from October to March, when the forest is dry and the morning fog dissipates before noon. Los Cabos maintains a stable climate almost all year but sees price increases and saturation in November and December. In CDMX and Querétaro, the rainy season (June to September) can be managed with a solid rain plan and an adjusted schedule.