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The Best Months for a Destination Wedding

Choosing the right month can affect destination wedding rates, resort availability, weather, and group perks in Mexico and the Caribbean. Compare low, mid, peak, and holiday seasons, with April, May, October, November, and early December recommended when avoiding holidays.

By Shelli Nornes

CEO & Owner, Romance Travel Group

Published January 15, 2023

Last updated September 8, 2026

Not sure when to have your destination wedding? Is your date flexible? Are you looking for the best deal? Girl, we hear you! Keep reading to learn which months are best for destination weddings in Mexico and the Caribbean.

Low Season - Low season runs from September through November and early December. Historically, low season always meant low prices, empty resorts, but the perks and value of low season have caught on and resorts sell out during this time of year as much as they do during peak seasons. Low season coincides with hurricane season, which runs June through October. Don’t let this scare you! The risk of being affected by a hurricane on your date, in your location, is actually very low.

Mid-Season - Mid-season runs from Easter though August and again in early January for a week or two. You can expect pretty average rates and decent weather, making it a safe option for your destination wedding. The summer months are busy with family travel since kids are out of school. Weather is hot and sunny, but the ocean breezes cool things down in the evenings.

Peak Season - Peak season starts in mid-January and runs through Easter. This is the time of year when everyone is looking for a vacation and the resorts are full. Elementary schools through colleges have spring breaks, so a lot of group and family travel happens in peak season. Room prices are at their highest, and inventory is limited. Many resorts limit group perks during peak seasons since they know their rooms will already be sold out.

Holiday Season - Yep, you guessed it! Room rates are at their highest during the holidays and resorts are often sold out months before travel. Major holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s and Easter are all included, of course, but also holidays like President’s Day and MLK Day… anytime state offices and banks are closed. In addition to high prices, most resorts have “black out” periods around these holidays and offer no group rates or perks. Even travel insurance can cost more over the holidays.

Our Recommendations?

Go for April, May, October, November, early December, avoiding all holidays.

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