San Miguel de Allende is located just 4 hours (by car) northwest of Mexico City. It is a colonial hill town located 6,400 feet above sea level. The climate is very pleasant year-round with temperatures in the 
mid-70's and sunshine almost every day - even in the rainy season (June - September).

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Dress Code
Although the atmosphere is relaxed and the temperatures balmy, the dress code is somewhat conservative. In the warmer months (late March - May) you'll want to bring light cotton clothing and include at least one long-sleeved shirt and a pair of slacks. This part of Mexico is very traditional. Shorts are prohibited in churches. Also, if you are living with a Mexican family you will need a bathrobe and house shoes. (Mexicans don't walk around bare foot.)

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Walking in San Miguel
San Miguel is a walking town and you'll want to bring your most comfortable shoes. The town is hilly and covered with uneven cobblestones, so flat and flexible walking shoes are highly recommended.

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Surrounded by Natural Hot Springs
San Miguel has several hot springs or "balnearios" from which to choose. So bring your bathing suit, sandals, cover-up and plenty of sun screen. From the athletic lap swimmer, to the carefree sun bather, to the therapeutic soaker...there's something for everyone here.

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Living in High Desert
For many North Americans and Europeans, living in high desert is a new experience. During the day the sun is more intense than in other parts of the world (bring sunscreen!) and at night the temperatures can cool off rather quickly (bring a jacket and in winter months bring warm clothing as well). Since temperatures usually fall within a moderate range, you will not find air-conditioning or central heating (space heaters are used in winter) in Mexican homes. Below is a chart of average temperatures to help you plan your wardrobe.

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