Mexico
Mexico in February
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Mexico in February — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in Mexico in February?
- Campeche is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 31°C (88°F) in February; Tijuana is the coolest at 20°C (69°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in Mexico in February?
- Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Playa del Carmen (27°C (80°F)), and 3 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
31°
Campeche
Coolest
20°
Tijuana
Driest
3 mm
Cabo San Lucas
Warmest sea
27°
Playa del Carmen
February in Mexico ranges from 20°C (69°F) in Tijuana to 31°C (88°F) in Campeche — a spread of 11 degrees across the country. On average it is about as warm as January. Most destinations stay largely dry. Best bets this month: Mexico City, Guanajuato City, and Puerto Vallarta.
Best places in Mexico in February
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96 
Mexico City
Mexico City · Mexico
24° / 6° 9 mm Feb
99
Guanajuato City
Guanajuato · Mexico
24° / 6° 8 mm Feb
98
Puerto Vallarta
Jalisco · Mexico
29° / 15° 9 mm Feb
100
Mexicali
Baja California · Mexico
24° / 8° 7 mm Feb
98
Puebla City
Puebla City · Mexico
24° / 6° 8 mm Feb
98
San Luis Potosí City
San Luis Potosí City · Mexico
23° / 7° 9 mm Feb
97
Cabo San Lucas
Baja California Sur · Mexico
26° / 11° 3 mm Feb
100
San Miguel de Allende
Guanajuato · Mexico
23° / 6° 6 mm Feb
Weather in February by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexicali | 24° | 8° | 7 mm | — | 100 |
| Guanajuato City | 24° | 6° | 8 mm | — | 99 |
| Puerto Vallarta | 29° | 15° | 9 mm | — | 98 |
| Puebla City | 24° | 6° | 8 mm | — | 98 |
| San Luis Potosí City | 23° | 7° | 9 mm | — | 98 |
| Cabo San Lucas | 26° | 11° | 3 mm | 22° | 97 |
| Mexico City | 24° | 6° | 9 mm | — | 96 |
| San Cristóbal de las Casas | 23° | 6° | 13 mm | — | 96 |
| Campeche | 31° | 18° | 22 mm | 25° | 93 |
| Cancún | 30° | 18° | 50 mm | — | 92 |
| Playa del Carmen | 29° | 19° | 54 mm | 27° | 91 |
| Tijuana | 20° | 8° | 53 mm | — | 91 |
| Guadalajara | 28° | 9° | 7 mm | — | 90 |
| Monterrey | 25° | 9° | 18 mm | — | 88 |
| Oaxaca City | 30° | 11° | 5 mm | — | 78 |
| Mérida | 31° | 17° | 24 mm | — | 70 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Mexico in February?
Average daytime highs range from 20° in Tijuana to 31° in Campeche.
Can you swim in Mexico in February?
Yes — the sea is warmest around Playa del Carmen at about 27°.