Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Mexico City | Guadalajara | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 24°C (75°F) | 29°C (84°F)▲ | Guadalajara |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F) | 14°C (57°F)▲ | Guadalajara |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 6 days | 1 days▲ | Guadalajara |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 29 mm | 7 mm▲ | Guadalajara |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 12h/day▲ | Guadalajara |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 78% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 16 km/h | Mexico City |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Guadalajara edges ahead as the better destination in March. Guadalajara offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Mexico City sees 11 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.
Mexico City sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Guadalajara runs hot at 29°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Guadalajara is the stronger choice in March. Guadalajara receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Mexico City reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 15°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Guadalajara averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 15°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Mexico City receives approximately 29 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Guadalajara sees 7 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Guadalajara the drier option by 5 rain days and 22 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.
Highs of 24°C, lows of 9°C, 6 rain days
Highs of 29°C, lows of 14°C, 1 rain days
Pack for both: moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Mexico City | Guadalajara | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 20°C | 4d | 24°C | 2d |
| Feb | 22°C | 4d | 26°C | 2d |
| Mar | 24°C | 6d | 29°C | 1d |
| Apr | 25°C | 10d | 31°C | 1d |
| May | 25°C | 13d | 32°C | 4d |
| Jun | 23°C | 19d | 29°C | 17d |
| Jul | 21°C | 24d | 26°C | 24d |
| Aug | 21°C | 23d | 26°C | 23d |
| Sep | 21°C | 22d | 26°C | 20d |
| Oct | 20°C | 14d | 26°C | 9d |
| Nov | 20°C | 7d | 25°C | 3d |
| Dec | 20°C | 3d | 24°C | 1d |
Mexico City Weather in March
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