Mexico City in October
The rain tapers off just as the city fills: the last week of October carries both the Grand Prix and the run-up to Day of the Dead.
Is October a good time to visit Mexico City?
October is one of the busiest months in Mexico City, at about 70/100. If you can move your dates, January is far calmer.
What’s on in October
- Día de Muertos parade through the Centro Histórico (late October)
- Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix
Best days in October
Weekdays are almost always calmer than weekends.
Tue is normally the calmest day of the week.
Best hours in October
The daily rhythm, hour by hour.
The 9:00 AM window is usually the calmest of the day.
Weather in October
Typical highs, lows and wet days.
How October compares
Every month in Mexico City, ranked by how calm it is.
Quieter alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is October a good month to visit Mexico City?
October is one of the busiest months in Mexico City, at about 70/100. If you can move your dates, January is far calmer.
How crowded is Mexico City in October?
Mexico City sits at roughly 70/100 in October on our crowd scale, which is 9 points above the yearly average. The quietest month is January.
What is the weather like in Mexico City in October?
Expect highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C in October, with about 9 wet days across the month.