April is the top of Mexico City's dry season: hot, hazy, and, for one week, strangely empty.
Weather#
| Typical | |
|---|---|
| Days | ~27°C / 81°F, the hottest month |
| Nights | ~11°C / 52°F |
| Rain | Almost none; first storms possible at month's end |
| Air | The year's worst; contingency alerts possible |
Semana Santa#
When Easter falls in April (2026: Holy Week is 29 March to 5 April; in 2027 it's in March), the city's residents leave for the beach. Traffic thins, the museums are quiet, Chapultepec is calm, and a few family restaurants shut for the week. Iztapalapa's Passion play on Good Friday is one of the largest in the world. Hotels in the capital are good value that week; the coast is not.
What's on#
The last jacarandas in the first days. The Feria de las Culturas Amigas often lands in late April or May in the Zócalo or Chapultepec. Children's Day on the 30th.
What to do#
Mornings for Teotihuacán and walks, afternoons for the Anthropology Museum and the air conditioning, evenings for the rooftops. Things to do, day trips, the 4-day itinerary.
Air quality#
Check the daily index; on a contingency day, plan indoors and skip a run. Most visitors notice only a hazy skyline.
Prices#
Low during Semana Santa in the city, moderate otherwise. On a budget, neighbourhoods.
Pack#
Light clothes, a hat, sunscreen, a light jacket for evenings, a small umbrella for the end of the month. First time in Mexico City.
With a chilango#
The ones who stayed in town for Semana Santa have the city to themselves and know it. Post your dates on Roavi Community and a Local Friend can show you the empty capital.
Mexico City in April? Spend an evening with someone who lives there.
Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
What is the weather like in Mexico City in April?
The hottest and driest month: highs around 27°C (81°F), lows around 11°C (52°F), strong sun, almost no rain until the last days when the first storms can arrive. Afternoons feel hot at altitude; evenings are pleasant.What is Semana Santa like in Mexico City?
The capital empties: chilangos go to the beach, traffic drops, museums and sights are calm, and some family restaurants close. Iztapalapa stages a huge Passion play on Good Friday. It's a good week to be in the city if you don't mind a few closures.Is April a good time to visit Mexico City?
Good for weather and quiet, especially the second half. The downsides are heat at midday and the year's worst air quality. If you're sensitive to pollution, choose the rainy season instead.Are the jacarandas still blooming in April?
Fading: early April has the last blossoms and purple pavements; by mid-month they're done. For the full bloom, March.
