The month in detail
What to expect in November
Autumn in San Cristóbal de las Casas is often underrated: 19°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (23% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. March (8.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
November ranks 6 out of 12 months in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Compared to October: 18 pts fewer rainy days, +0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in November
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
11°
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is November the right month?
The best month in San Cristóbal de las Casas is March (8.1/10), 0.8 pt higher than November.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Mexico
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyMexican Peso ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 22°C
❄️Coolest monthDecember · 18°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 61%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is San Cristóbal de las Casas ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MexicoTemperate climate with a 8.1 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
16.74°N · 92.64°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit San Cristóbal de las Casas?
March is the best month with 22.0°C highs, 11.0°C lows, 6.6h of sunshine and 13.0% rainy days. The months of March & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does San Cristóbal de las Casas get in March?
San Cristóbal de las Casas averages 6.6 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in San Cristóbal de las Casas?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in San Cristóbal de las Casas in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 11.0°C, while afternoon highs average 22.0°C.
Is San Cristóbal de las Casas good in winter?
In winter (December-February), San Cristóbal de las Casas scores 7.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid San Cristóbal de las Casas?
June is the most difficult month to visit San Cristóbal de las Casas, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in San Cristóbal de las Casas in November?
The average UV index reaches 7 in November in San Cristóbal de las Casas (high), with about 11.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.