October · Mexico
Best time to visit Merida in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Merida in October
Average temperature 27°C, 122 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
5.2/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 122 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Merida scores 5.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 122 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mérida is the Yucatán's white city, a grid of colonial squares and mansions along the Paseo de Montejo, with Maya sites and cenotes beyond the ring road.
October in Merida: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in October average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 83% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
122 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 5.2/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 8.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Merida — 2.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Merida in October?
- In October, Merida averages 27°C, 122 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.2/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Merida?
- October earns a 5.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Merida in October?
- Expect about 122 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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