City in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Cancún weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cancún
Nov–Apr is dry and breezy; Dec–Mar and Easter are busiest. May–Oct is hot, humid and rainy; hurricane risk peaks Aug–Oct, and sargassum varies year to year.
Cancún weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°63 mm
- Feb27°51 mm
- Mar28°38 mm
- Apr29°41 mm
- May30°92 mm
- Jun30°181 mm
- Jul30°89 mm
- Aug30°114 mm
- Sep30°166 mm
- Oct29°224 mm
- Nov27°124 mm
- Dec27°68 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C79°F | 22°C71°F | 63 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| February | 27°C81°F | 22°C72°F | 51 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| March | 28°C82°F | 23°C73°F | 38 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| April | 29°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 41 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 30°C86°F | 25°C77°F | 92 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 181 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 89 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C87°F | 26°C80°F | 114 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 166 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| October | 29°C83°F | 25°C78°F | 224 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| November | 27°C81°F | 24°C74°F | 124 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C80°F | 23°C73°F | 68 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
Best months across Mexico
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico City | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Apr (28°C) |
| Cancún | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Tulum | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Playa del Carmen | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Puerto Vallarta | Nov–Apr | May (38°C) |
| Cabo San Lucas | Nov–Apr | Aug (31°C) |
| Oaxaca | Oct–Mar | Apr (31°C) |
| Guadalajara | Oct–Apr | May (33°C) |
| Mérida | Nov–Mar | May (35°C) |
| San Miguel de Allende | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | May (30°C) |
| Puerto Escondido | Nov–Apr | Apr (36°C) |
| Cozumel | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Isla Mujeres | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Sayulita | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Holbox | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Bacalar | Nov–Apr | May (31°C) |
| San Cristóbal de las Casas | Nov–Apr | Apr (25°C) |
| Mazatlán | Nov–Apr | Jun (31°C) |
| Guanajuato | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | May (30°C) |
| Monterrey | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jun (37°C) |
| Valladolid | Nov–Mar | May (34°C) |
| La Paz | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Aug (35°C) |
| Puebla | Nov–Apr | Apr (28°C) |
| Acapulco | Dec–Apr | Apr (34°C) |
| Querétaro | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Tijuana | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Puerto Morelos | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Mazunte | Nov–Apr | May (31°C) |
| Todos Santos | Mar–May, Nov–Dec | Jul (35°C) |
| Ajijic | Nov–Mar | May (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cancún?
Nov–Apr. Nov–Apr is dry and breezy; Dec–Mar and Easter are busiest. May–Oct is hot, humid and rainy; hurricane risk peaks Aug–Oct, and sargassum varies year to year.
When is the rainy season in Cancún?
Rain peaks in October with about 224 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun, Sep–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Cancún?
August, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Cancún get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 22°C (71°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.