Oaxaca City in March
Great time to visit
The heat cranks up but crowds haven't thinned yet. Great month if you can handle stronger sun and don't mind sharing those Instagram-worthy spots with other travelers.
Weather
March starts heating up as the dry season reaches its peak intensity. Days get noticeably warmer while nights remain pleasantly cool. The famous Oaxacan sunshine feels stronger now, and you'll see maybe three rainy days tops.
31°C high12°C low3 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$80/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Spring Equinox at Monte Albán
- •Benito Juárez Birthday celebrations
March Tips
- •Start sightseeing by 8am - afternoons get seriously hot in the valley
- •This is your last chance for comfortable hiking at Hierve el Agua before summer
- •Holy Week approaches - book accommodations for April now
All Months
October through April offers perfect weather — warm days, cool nights, and minimal rain. December and January see the most tourists but temperatures hover around 75°F during the day and drop to 50°F at night.
Day of the Dead (November 1-2) transforms the city into a celebration of death and memory. Hotels book months ahead and prices triple, but the atmosphere is incredible. Families picnic in cemeteries, marigold petals cover the streets, and the entire city stays up all night.
March brings Guelaguetza festival planning and perfect weather. April gets hot but manageable — expect 85°F days.
Avoid May through September unless you love rain and humidity. The rainy season brings daily afternoon downpours that flood streets and trap you indoors. Some restaurants and shops close during the worst weeks in June and July.
Oaxaca City Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
7/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
6/10
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