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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Carmel-by-the-Sea vs Mexico City: weather in February

Mexico City is the clear winner for sun in February: 71% of days historically clear versus just 3% in Carmel-by-the-Sea — a 68-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Carmel-by-the-Sea also sees measurably more rain than Mexico City this month (29% vs 9% of days). This isn't close.

What you are reading: 8-year historical averages, not a forecast. Either destination can still surprise you this specific February. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Carmel-by-the-Sea

CA

Clear days, February
3%
Sample size
n=226 days
Avg high
58°F
Early February (1st–15th)
4%
Late February (16th–end)
1%
Rain frequency
29% of days
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Mexico City

Mexico

Clear days, February
71%
Sample size
n=226 days
Avg high
77°F
Early February (1st–15th)
64%
Late February (16th–end)
79%
Rain frequency
9% of days

Frequently asked

Is Carmel-by-the-Sea or Mexico City warmer in February?

Mexico City runs warmer by day in February. Carmel-by-the-Sea averages highs of 58°F (highs n=226 days); Mexico City averages highs of 77°F (highs n=226 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Carmel-by-the-Sea or Mexico City in February?

Carmel-by-the-Sea is measurably wetter than Mexico City. Days with measurable rain: Carmel-by-the-Sea 29%, Mexico City 9% (n=226 and n=226 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in February, Carmel-by-the-Sea or Mexico City?

Mexico City is the clear winner for sun in February: 71% of days historically clear versus just 3% in Carmel-by-the-Sea — a 68-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Carmel-by-the-Sea also sees measurably more rain than Mexico City this month (29% vs 9% of days). This isn't close.

Compare Carmel-by-the-Sea vs Mexico City in another month

All percentages are historical averages from the ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, 8 full years (2018–2025). “Clear” means avg high ≥ 72 °F, precipitation < 1 mm, and a non-precipitation weather code. This is history, not a forecast. The live forecast for any destination is on its own page and may differ from the long-run average. Data from Open-Meteo.