The Weather and Fun Activities in Mexico
When you first think about taking a vacation, there are certain things that you look for. Probably the first and most obvious one is the weather. The weather will usually dictate what types of activities you will participate in. Suppose you are traveling with your family, as a couple or with friends. In that case, the kinds of activities you want to do will mostly depend on the weather and the surrounding terrain. However, there are always fun activities according to the weather.Mexico is a relatively large country. It covers a wide range of landscapes offering several different climates. The cities mentioned below are some of Mexico’s well-traveled destinations. Each one of these cities has varying climates, which directly affects their area’s terrain. We will show you how the weather and fun activities go hand-in-hand!Â
Bacalar
Bacalar has a tropical climate that supports lush jungles, palm trees, and colorful foliage. Having this type of weather brings higher humidity and warmer temperatures in the summer. This means that the winter months can be a somewhat pleasurable experience. Starting in October and going through March, the average daytime high is in the mid-80s, and nighttime lows dip into the upper 60s.
The tempered weather in Bacalar provides for plenty of outdoor fun activities. Lake Bacalar – a freshwater lake that runs parallel to the Caribbean shoreline, has a gorgeous lagoon with the most beautiful shades of blue glistening off its surface. This calm water of the lagoon is ideal for swimming, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and kayaking. You can also spend the day taking a bicycle tour or a casual walk around the lake and its lush surroundings.Â
Rocky Point
Rocky Point, which is also known as Puerto Penasco, is located in the Sonora Desert. Being in the desert provides for an arid climate and little rainfall. The summers are sweltering and muggy, but the winters are cool and dry. From the beginning of November to the end of April, the day’s highs are in the low 80s to mid-70s. On the other hand, the evening temperatures drop into the low-60s.Â
The arid climate provides outdoor fun activities like horseback riding, ATV, and jeep tours. If you’re a golfer, you can choose from three premier courses and their full-service clubhouses. There is also a mini-golf for the kids to enjoy as well. Rocky Point borders the deep blue colored Sea of Cortez. It offers snorkeling, Jet skiing, fishing, and a variety of cruises. If wanting a day to relax, the beaches are a perfect spot to do so.
Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen is a world-renown destination for several reasons, and the weather is one of them. Mangroves and lush jungle terrain surround the town of Playa. Its tropical climate allows for year-round warm weather. Thus, the summer months can be especially scorching and humid. The cooler months are from November to March. Daytime temperatures average 88 degrees and the evenings drop down to the high 70s. Winter months are approximately 10 degrees less day and night. Â
With having great annual weather, any outdoor fun activity you wish to do is at your disposal. Playa del Carmen offers a variety of fun activities on land and sea. There are day tours to several Mayan Ruins or, enjoy spending the day at a water park or adventure park. The fabulous temperatures allow for snorkeling, fishing, parasailing, jet-skiing, banana boat rides, and many other water activities. Why not spend a day relaxing on the beach? Enjoy taking a refreshing dip in the turquoise Caribbean Sea and work on that perfect tan.
Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta sits at the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range base, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean. The climate can be tropical, whereas, in the summer months, the daytime temperatures vary in the mid-90s and the evening in the low 80s. The average highs in the winter months hover in the mid-80s compared to the evening, dropping into the low 60s. Hence, winter becomes very comfortable. The terrain has a variety of vegetation, including palm trees and colorful foliage.
The weather in Puerto Vallarta allows for people to sail around in Banderas Bay. You can go snorkeling and even Snuba (a shallow diving experience without all the gear) around the island of Los Arco. The day’s perfect weather extends into the evening. You can stop along the beach and watch the sun gradually set below the beautiful horizon. Enjoy a fabulous authentic dinner at one of the many outdoor patios. Afterward, take a casual stroll along the Malecon and enjoy the cool Pacific breeze. Â
San Miguel de Allende
San Miguel de Allende sits on Mexico’s mainland in the north of Mexico City. The warmest months of the region are from April thru July, with highs in the upper 80s. The cooler weather starts in September and goes through March. The winter highs are in the mid to upper-60s, and the lows reach into the mid-40s. This climate is typical for a mountainous environment. Even though it doesn’t snow, one can feel the change in seasons.
The outdoor activities will vary depending on the time of year. Participate in one of the many festivals celebrated with music, dance, and food. There are numerous museums, parks, and historical sights to experience. If wanting to travel just outside the city, you can take a horseback or ATV tour that offers fabulous views of the majestic mountains and open ranges. Take the opportunity to hike around an outdoor botanical garden or enjoy spending time in one of the many thermal pools.
Merida
Merida in the summer months can be rather hot and humid. The daytime temperatures will reach the upper 90s, and the evenings will cool down into the low-80s. The terrain can appear a bit arid, but the weather feels rather tropical. The city is full of lots of greenery, which includes a variety of trees and flowering foliage. The summer months – June through the beginning of October, can expect afternoon rains. The winter months are much dryer and cooler.
One can choose from a wide variety of cultural attractions that the city offers, including several museums, art galleries, theaters, and cathedrals. The locals host numerous festivals during the week. These open-air markets and festive gatherings happen all around the city. You can spend the day exploring historical sites in and around downtown. If wanting to take a day trip, you can arrange a tour of Mayan ruins that are approximately 30 minutes away. And if that isn’t enough, The Gulf of Mexico and its beautiful beaches are less than an hour’s drive.Â
La Paz
La Paz has contrasting landscapes that offer multiple environments. Here is another city that has a desert terrain with a tropical climate. The summer days are long, scorching, and very humid. However, you can expect the winter months to be dry and extremely comfortable. The year-round temperatures vary from the lower 50s to the upper 90s. The temperature rarely dips into the 40s.Â
There is a plethora of sunshine and dry weather. Therefore, it makes for a perfect opportunity to enjoy plenty of outdoor activities. Several companies provide 4-wheel drive tours in and around the mountainous terrain. Going horseback riding or hiking along various trails are an option as well. The Sea of Cortez and its white sand beaches are approximately 20 to 45 minutes away. Here is where you can enjoy a diversity of water activities like sport fishing, riding Wave Runners, and parasailing, to mention a few.Â
The destinations above prove that the weather and outdoor fun activities do go hand-and-hand. Mexico has a wide range of climates for a variety of activities. Each one of these towns offers an assortment of short and long-term accommodations. They also have all the conveniences of home at an affordable price! There are great restaurants, shopping opportunities, and other services that make life easy and fun.