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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Mexico City vs Sedona: weather in March

Mexico City is the clear winner for sun in March: 71% of days historically clear versus just 6% in Sedona — a 65-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Sedona also sees measurably more rain than Mexico City this month (29% vs 10% 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 March. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Mexico City

Mexico

Clear days, March
71%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
81°F
Early March (1st–15th)
68%
Late March (16th–end)
73%
Rain frequency
10% of days

Sedona

AZ

Clear days, March
6%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
60°F
Early March (1st–15th)
1%
Late March (16th–end)
11%
Rain frequency
29% of days

Frequently asked

Is Mexico City or Sedona warmer in March?

Mexico City runs warmer by day in March. Mexico City averages highs of 81°F (highs n=248 days); Sedona averages highs of 60°F (highs n=248 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Mexico City or Sedona in March?

Sedona is measurably wetter than Mexico City. Days with measurable rain: Mexico City 10%, Sedona 29% (n=248 and n=248 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in March, Mexico City or Sedona?

Mexico City is the clear winner for sun in March: 71% of days historically clear versus just 6% in Sedona — a 65-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Sedona also sees measurably more rain than Mexico City this month (29% vs 10% of days). This isn't close.

Compare Mexico City vs Sedona 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.