Cities in Mexico

20 destinations to explore. Each city has its own character, cost structure, and community.

Baja California Sur(2)

Cabo San Lucas

Where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez at Mexico's legendary resort playground

Desert climate with minimal rainfall. Hot summers (90°F+) and perfect winters (70-80°F). Occasional hurricanes September-October. Extremely sunny year-round.

La Paz

Baja's authentic gem on the Sea of Cortez, where tranquility meets adventure

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Desert climate similar to Cabo but slightly cooler due to northern location. Hot summers, mild winters. Excellent year-round weather with minimal humidity.

Chiapas(1)

San Cristóbal de las Casas

A highland colonial jewel where Maya traditions meet bohemian spirit

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Highland tropical climate—cool year-round. Temperatures rarely exceed 75°F during day, dropping to 40-50°F at night. Can feel cold—bring layers. Rainy season May-October.

Ciudad de México (CDMX)(1)

Mexico City

Latin America's cultural and culinary capital at a fraction of first-world prices

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Highland climate with spring-like temperatures year-round. Days average 70-77°F (21-25°C), nights cool to 50-55°F (10-13°C). Rainy season (June-September) brings afternoon thunderstorms. Minimal temperature variation throughout year. Air quality can be poor during dry winter months.

Guanajuato(2)

San Miguel de Allende

Mexico's most elegant expat haven—where colonial grandeur meets world-class art and culture

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Highland climate with near-perfect weather year-round. Days 70-80°F, nights 50-60°F. Minimal rain except summer months.

Guanajuato

A vibrant UNESCO university town of colorful hillside homes and underground tunnels

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Highland climate similar to San Miguel de Allende. Pleasant year-round with rainy season May-October.

Hidalgo(1)

Grutas de Tolantongo

Mexico's most spectacular hot springs—cascading turquoise pools carved into dramatic canyon walls

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Canyon microclimate with warm thermal waters year-round.

Jalisco(3)

Guadalajara

Mexico's Silicon Valley meets traditional tequila country

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Highland climate with warm days and cool nights. Dry season (November-May) offers perfect weather. Rainy season brings afternoon storms but temperatures remain pleasant year-round.

Lake Chapala / Ajijic

Mexico's largest expat community—a lakeside retiree paradise with perfect climate

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Legendary "best climate in the world" claims have merit—temperatures 65-80°F year-round. Dry season November-May, rainy season June-October with afternoon showers.

Puerto Vallarta

Mexico's most LGBTQ+-friendly destination with stunning Pacific sunsets

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Tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. Hot and humid May-October with afternoon rains. Dry season (November-April) brings perfect beach weather with temperatures 75-88°F.

Nayarit(1)

Sayulita

Bohemian surf town with forgiving Pacific waves and digital nomad community

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Tropical with similar patterns to Puerto Vallarta. Hot and humid during rainy season (June-October). Perfect beach weather November-May.

Oaxaca(2)

Oaxaca

Mexico's cultural heart where mezcal, mole, and indigenous traditions create magic

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Highland climate with warm days and cool nights. Similar to Mexico City but slightly warmer. Rainy season May-October brings afternoon storms.

Huatulco

Nine pristine bays where eco-conscious paradise meets Mexican authenticity

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Tropical with hot, humid weather year-round. Rainy season (May-October) brings afternoon storms. Dry season perfect for beach activities.

Querétaro(1)

Querétaro

Central Mexico's hidden gem where colonial elegance meets modern prosperity and exceptional safety

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Highland climate similar to Mexico City. Pleasant year-round with warm days and cool nights. Rainy season June-September.

Quintana Roo(3)

Tulum

Instagram-famous boho-chic paradise where wellness meets ancient Mayan ruins

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Tropical Caribbean climate identical to Playa del Carmen. Hot and humid with hurricane risk June-November.

Playa del Carmen

Caribbean beach town combining cosmopolitan energy with laid-back Mexican beach life

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Tropical Caribbean climate—hot and humid year-round. Hurricane season June-November. Winter months (December-April) offer perfect beach weather.

Riviera Maya

Mexico's Caribbean paradise corridor offering everything from luxury resorts to authentic beach town living

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Tropical Caribbean climate throughout. Hot and humid year-round with hurricane season June-November. December-April offers best weather.

San Luis Potosí(1)

San Luis Potosí

Mexico's underrated colonial gem—authentic culture, industrial prosperity, exceptional affordability

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Highland semi-arid climate. Hot summers, mild winters. Less rain than central highlands.

Sinaloa(1)

Mazatlán

Authentic Mexican beach city with colonial soul at 40-50% below Puerto Vallarta prices

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Tropical with hot, humid summers and perfect winters. Rainy season (July-October) brings humidity and storms. Winter months (November-April) offer ideal beach weather.

Yucatán(1)

Mérida

Mexico's safest city blending colonial charm, Mayan heritage, and modern infrastructure

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Hot and humid tropical climate. Extreme heat May-September (95-100°F+). Dry season (November-April) more comfortable. Cenotes provide relief from heat.

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