February Weather in Merida, Mexico - 2025

Mérida is the capital and largest city in Yucatan state in Mexico as well as the largest city of the Yucatán Peninsula. The city of Merida itself was founded by Francisco de Montejo y León in 1542 on top of an ancient Maya city called T'ho.  Mérida is sometimes called the "White City," (La Ciudad Blanca), because of its buildings made of white stone and the city's cleanliness.

In recent years, important science competitions and World events have been held in Mérida - FITA Archery World Cup Finals, the International Cosmic Ray Conference, a Physics Olympiad, etc. Mérida is in a prime location that allows for economic growth and has been a popular location for investment. This, in turn, has allowed the Yucatan economy to grow at three times the rate of the national average.

Mérida's culture is a distinctive blend of traditions inherited from the ancient Maya civilization dating back to 2600 B.C. and customs brought by Spanish conquistadors, who began colonizing the territory in the 16th century.

February weather in Merida Mexico

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in February in Merida, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if February is comfortable or humid

Generally, February in Merida will be slightly on the colder side. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 59°F / 15°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 41°F / 5°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the high humidity level.

Merida has rainy days in February. You can expect around 8 rainy days, with on average 1.4 inches / 35 mm of rain during the whole month.

February weather in Merida Mexico in more detail

To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in February in Merida, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds

- What will the temperature be in Merida in February

Generally, you can expect in February an average temperature of 59°F / 15°C during the day and an average of 41°F / 5°C during the night. In February, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 69°F / 21°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 28°F / -2°C.

When looking at the whole year, January and December are the coldest months, with an average temperature of around 57°F / 14°C. July and August are the hottest months, with an average temperature of around 93°F / 34°C. When comparing February with the temperature in the month before and after, this is almost equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 57°F / 14°C. And slightly less than March, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 64°F / 18°C.

But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, July and August are the hottest months, with a temperature of around 104°F / 40°C. January is the coldest month, with a temperature of around 64°F / 18°C. When comparing February with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly higher than January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 64°F / 18°C. And slightly less than March, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 77°F / 25°C.

In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Merida each month:

- Can you expect rain in February in Merida?

Generally, you can expect about 8 rain days in February, with on average 1.4 inches / 35 mm of rain.

When looking at the whole year, July and August are the driest months, with an average rainfall of around 0.1 inches / 2 mm. December is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 2.2 inches / 57 mmmm. When comparing February with the month before and after, this is less than January, which sees around 1.7 inches / 44 mm of rain. And more than March, which sees around 1.1 inches / 28 mm of rain

If we look at the number of days with rain, July is the month with the least amount of rain days with around 1 day. January is the month with the most rain days with around 9 days. When comparing February with the month before and after, this is almost equal to January, which sees around 9 days of rain. And almost equal to March, which sees around 7 days of rain

- What will the water temperature be in Merida for February

You can expect in February, the water temperature for Merida to be between 77°F / 25°C and 71°F / 22°C.

To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.

September has the highest water temperature, with around 87°F / 31°C. January has the lowest water temperature, with around 77°F / 25°C. When comparing the water temperature from February with the month before and after, February has a water temperature almost equal to January, with a water temperature of around 77°F / 25°C. And almost equal to the water temperature from March, that is an average of between 78°F / 26°C and 80°F / 27°C.

- Can you expect in February a lot of sunny days in Merida

Generally, you can expect around 9 sunny days in February and around 11 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.

When looking at the whole year, July is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with an average of between 26 and 27 sunny days. January is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with around 8 sunny days. When comparing February with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to January, with around 8 sunny days. And slightly less than March, with around 12 sunny days

We have looked at the sunny days in Merida. Let's also look at the cloudy or overcast days. December is the month with the highest number of cloudy days, with around 11 cloudy days. July is the month with the lowest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 0 and 1 cloudy days. When comparing February with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is slightly lower than January, with an average of between 10 and 11 cloudy days. And almost equal to March, with around 7 cloudy days

- Will it be comfortable in February in Merida?

Generally, February in Merida will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable.

We use the humidity and temperature in Merida to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.

When looking at the whole year, February has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "comfortable" (not very humid). August has the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "very uncomfortable" (very high humidity). When comparing February with the month before and after, this is almost equal to January, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "comfortable" (not very humid). And almost equal to March, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "slightly uncomfortable" (moderately humid)

What to do in Merida Mexico in February

     Mérida has notable places that are worthwhile visiting:

• Plazas: The Plaza Grande is the perfect place, Parque Santa Lucia, Parque Santa Ana, Parque Santiago.
• Art/Museums: A host of museums provide a window into Merida's storied past and spotlight the rich artistic epicenter it is today. The Gran Museo del Mundo Maya de Merida is a must-visit. The Museum of Anthropology and History, Popular Art Museum as well.
• Archeological sites: Chichén Itzá, The Towering Pyramids of the Magician.
• Nightlife: snowbirds can enjoy the nightlife in Merida alongside locals, dancing, and listening to beautiful Latin tunes. Popular spots are La Negrita Cantina, La Fundacion Mezcaleria, Hermana Republica Centro.
• Architecture: snowbirds should experience the awe of the Meridian architecture like the Catedral de San Ildefonso built in the late 1500s and the Palacio de Gobierno built in the late 1800s.

Is it humid in Merida Mexico in February?

A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Merida Mexico in February. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in February in Merida, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.

To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Merida during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.

Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of February, you can expect that Merida will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable.

February is the month with the most comfort. It will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable. August is the most uncomfortable month. It will be extremely humid, and can feel extremely uncomfortable. In the graph, you can see that there is some difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months

Is February a good time to go to Merida Mexico?

Trying to answer the question of whether February is a good time to go to Merida is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.

These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.

If we look at the average temperature for Merida in February, we can see that it will be on the colder side for most. In February, you can expect it to be slightly on the colder side, with an average temperature of around 59°F / 15°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. During the night, it will be around 41°F / 5°C.

The number of overcast days is more than 5, but you can still the sun with around 9 sunny days and 11 partly sunny days.

The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 8 rainy days, with on average 1.4 inches / 35 mm of rain during February. More then 5 days rain per month makes the chance higher you will see some rain during a shorter stay. But a day with rain does not mean a day you can not enjoy.

We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that February in Merida Mexico is not the most optimal destination. But that doesn't mean it is not a good time for you to go. As said before, each visitor has their own preferences when it comes to the weather.

Does it rain all day in Merida Mexico in February?

In Merida, it does not rain all day in February. You can expect around 8 rainy days, with on average 1.4 inches / 35 mm of rain during the month.

Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Merida Mexico, there are, on average 9 sunny days and 11 partly sunny days in February. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.

Is February the rainiest month in Merida Mexico?

February is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.

To answer what the rainiest month is in Merida, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.

January is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 9 days with rain. July is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 1 day.

January is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 2.2 inches / 57 mm of rain. July is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 0.1 inches / 2 mm of rain.

Is February the most sunniest month in Merida Mexico?

February is not the month with the most sunny days, not the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.

To answer what the sunniest month is in Merida, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.

July is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 9 sunny days, and 11 partly suny days. January is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.

July is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While December is the month with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.

The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. July is the month with the lowest number of overcast days. While December is the month with the highest number of overcast days.

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