Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
January, December, February
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Mérida?
The best time to visit Mérida for backpacking is January, December, February, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Mérida due to better weather and lower costs.
→ See where to stay in MéridaBackpacking conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Mérida
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 85Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 32 |
February | 80Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 20 |
March | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 19 |
April | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 38 |
May | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 29° | 75 |
June | 45Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 29° | 160 |
July | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 136 |
August | 45Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 28° | 171 |
September | 54Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 28° | 174 |
October | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 27° | 132 |
November | 80Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 50 |
December | 84Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 31 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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