Climate guide for Valladolid, Mexico

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About Valladolid

Valladolid is a Yucatán colonial hub near cenotes and Chichén-colourful plazas and calmer nights than Cancún. In Mexico, the drier months outside peak monsoon usually delivers the most reliable conditions for sightseeing travel - then use monthly climate scores to fine-tune around crowds, storms, or snow depth.

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Travel Tips

01Best time & timing
February leads the year at 7.7/10, with March and December close behind — August (3.9/10) is the one to avoid without a specific reason.
02Weather & what to pack
In February plan for about 24°C; the month brings 56 mm of rain. Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
03Budget timing
If budget matters most, April is the cheapest month (6.5/10) — expect weather trade-offs.

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When to visit Valladolid: the short answer

Plan Valladolid for February, with March, December close behind — the stretch with the most usable temperatures and the fewest lost days to rain: February averages 24°C with 56 mm of rain and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. The months to avoid unless you have a specific reason are August, June.

Across the year Valladolid swings from 24°C in December to 30°C in May, a 6-degree spread, while rainfall ranges from 34 mm in March to 225 mm in August. In short, Valladolid is not equally good year-round — the gap between its best and worst month is 3.8 points on the same 10-point scale.

Warmest month: May (30°C). Coolest: December (24°C). Driest: March (34 mm). Wettest: August (225 mm).

Valladolid month by month

January in Valladolid: mixed conditions, plan around the weather

Trade-offs · 6.5/10

At 25°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

Budget for roughly 89 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight to work around it.

That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.

Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

February in Valladolid tops the year's climate scores

Best window · 7.7/10

At 24°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in February, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

Budget for roughly 56 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.3 hours of daylight to work around it.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Valladolid at 7.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

March in Valladolid: strong conditions, 2nd of 12

Good · 7.4/10

March averages 27°C (81°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Expect 34 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 daylight hours.

It scores 7.4/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 7.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

April in Valladolid — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.5/10

Days in April average 29°C (84°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.

Budget for roughly 51 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.5 hours of daylight to work around it.

That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.

May in Valladolid: mixed conditions, plan around the weather

Trade-offs · 6.3/10

May averages 30°C (86°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Expect 37 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 daylight hours.

It scores 6.3/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 7.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

June in Valladolid — the hardest end of the year

Hardest · 3.9/10

Days in June average 29°C (83°F) and humidity near 78% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.

This is the year's wettest stretch at 213 mm, but with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.

That is 3.9/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Valladolid — 3.8 points higher on the same scale.

July in Valladolid — off-season conditions

Hardest · 4.3/10

Days in July average 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 90% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.

178 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.

That is 4.3/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.

Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Valladolid — 3.4 points higher on the same scale.

August in Valladolid — off-season conditions

Hardest · 3.9/10

August averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 93%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

225 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.

It scores 3.9/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 7.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Flexible dates? February scores 3.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

September in Valladolid: expect compromises

Hardest · 4.2/10

September averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 94%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Monthly rainfall reaches 182 mm — wet for this destination — but about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.

It scores 4.2/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 7.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Flexible dates? February scores 3.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

October in Valladolid — the hardest end of the year

Hardest · 4.8/10

At 26°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in October, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

145 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.

That is 4.8/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.

Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Valladolid — 2.9 points higher on the same scale.

November in Valladolid — middling scores, decent value

Trade-offs · 5.6/10

At 25°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in November, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

Budget for roughly 97 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight to work around it.

That is 5.6/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Valladolid — 2.1 points higher on the same scale.

December in Valladolid: strong conditions, 3rd of 12

Good · 7.2/10

December averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.

Rainfall runs 47 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 hours of daylight.

It scores 7.2/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 7.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

FAQ

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Valladolid, Mexico?
In Ideal Weather mode, the best months to visit Valladolid are February, March, December. February is the single peak month with an Ideal Weather score of 7.7/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
What is the weather like in Valladolid year-round?
Valladolid has a climate profile suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Average monthly temperatures range from 24°C in December to 30°C in May, with Ideal Weather scores between 3.9 and 7.7 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Valladolid?
The lowest Ideal Weather-scoring months in Valladolid are June (3.9/10), August (3.9/10), September (4.2/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
When is the rainy season in Valladolid?
August is the wettest month in Valladolid, averaging about 225 mm of rainfall. March is the driest, at roughly 34 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Valladolid?
May sees the most sun in Valladolid, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Valladolid a good destination for sightseeing and cultural travel?
Valladolid is well suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Its highest Ideal Weather window (February, March, December) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Valladolid calculated?
Each month receives an Ideal Weather score from 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Valladolid: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and days with 6+ hours of sunshine - weighted for sightseeing and cultural travel.

Climate data: Open-Meteo ERA5 historical archive, the five most recent complete years (2021–2025). Scores are monthly averages for that window, not forecasts, and short-window precipitation can differ from longer-term normals. “Sunny days” count days with at least 6 hours of measured sunshine — they are not dry days.

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