Someone once said Mexico City has good golfing weather year-round. That about sums it up. Cold snaps are short lived, so few homes have central heating. Summer is the rainy season, but showers rarely last more than an hour and usually occur in the late afternoons or evenings.

Spring and fall are warm, but not hot. Air-conditioning is rare. Elevation is important. At 7 ,350 feet the air is much thinner and takes getting used to. One drink packs the wallop of two. It's also best to eat light when first arriving.Unlike hotter, coastal towns, the capital doesn't shut down for an afternoon siesta. But visitors, especially those who plan to stay up late and enjoy the city's nightlife, are well-advised to pretend it does. A nap will keep you feeling in the pink.