The days of the so-called super peso appear to be over. That’s bad news for Mexican importers, but great news for travelers looking to save a buck south of the border

(Including yours truly — see you in Guadalajara this September. ✌️) 

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💰End of the Super Peso: The weakening Mexican currency is making the country more affordable for travelers.

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Mexico Now 15% Cheaper for Travelers

For digital nomads in Mexico, those cheap street tacos just got a little bit cheaper thanks to the strengthening U.S. dollar. Here’s a look at what’s going on south of the border.

Background

Just four months ago, the U.S. dollar threatened to break below 16 pesos, prompting a raft of social media videos from nomads complaining about rising living costs. But with the prospect of the Fed lowering interest rates later this year, the dollar recently surged above 20 pesos.

Currently, the exchange rate sits at 19 MXN to 1 USD, bringing us back to levels last seen in January 2023.

Summer Flights

Over 1.6 million U.S. citizens live in Mexico, making it the (likely) most popular destination for American nomads. In total, nearly 37 million American tourists visited their southern neighbor in 2023, smashing the prior year’s record of 33 million.

One big reason? Affordable, convenient flights from all of the nation’s busiest airports. Here’s our roundup of the best one-way, direct flights available from now until the end of the summer.

Weather

Here's a breakdown of the weather you can expect in Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Cancun from now until September 22:

Guadalajara:

• Pleasant and warm: Expect average temperatures in the mid-80s (27-29 Celsius) with occasional showers.

• Bring: Light clothing, a light jacket for evenings, and a rain jacket for potential showers.

Mexico City:

• Mild and rainy: Temperatures will be in the mid-70s (21-24 Celcius) with frequent afternoon and evening showers.

• Bring: A light jacket for cooler mornings and evenings, and a raincoat or umbrella for the frequent rain.

Cancun:

• Hot and humid: Expect high temperatures in the mid-80s (27-29 Celsius)with high humidity. Afternoon showers are likely.

• Bring: Light, breathable clothing, sunscreen, a hat, and a light rain jacket for potential showers.

• Additional notes: Sargassum season runs through August, although in recent years it has lasted longer. Consult a sargassum monitoring site for updates.