Climate Overview
Cancún features a tropical savanna climate. Average temperatures range from 23° to 31°, with 1174 mm of annual rainfall.
Monthly Climate
Temperature range, rainfall, and humidity by month
Monthly Data
| Month | High | Low | Rainfall | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.4° | 20.9° | 61mm | 78% |
| Feb | 28.9° | 21.7° | 48mm | 77% |
| Mar | 31° | 21.9° | 0mm | 72% |
| Apr | 30.2° | 22.5° | 21mm | 70% |
| May | 32.4° | 25.5° | 45mm | 77% |
| Jun | 32.2° | 25.7° | 141mm | 80% |
| Jul | 32.7° | 24.8° | 96mm | 81% |
| Aug | 33.3° | 24.9° | 88mm | 80% |
| Sep | 32.2° | 24.1° | 139mm | 83% |
| Oct | 31° | 23.7° | 172mm | 83% |
| Nov | 28.9° | 22.6° | 109mm | 79% |
| Dec | 28.4° | 21.8° | 255mm | 79% |
When to Visit
Experiences to seek out and peak periods to plan around
Experiences & Highlights
Warm 28–31°C highs with just 25–40 mm of rain per month deliver the clearest turquoise water at Playa Delfines and Playa Chac Mool.
Regulated boat tours north of Isla Mujeres reach the plankton-rich aggregation zone; July–August is peak, when sightings are nearly guaranteed.
Yucatec Maya 'Food of the Souls' tradition from Oct 30 – Nov 2, with altars at Parque de las Palapas and the Catrinas parade through Puerto Juárez.
Cooler 27–29°C highs and low humidity make Chichén Itzá, Tulum and Ik-Kil cenote comfortable to explore without the midday heat of summer.
Peak Periods & Travel Advisories
Peak weeks Mar 8–22; Hotel Zone resort rates jump 30–50% and nightlife districts (Punta Cancún) are packed with college groups.
Atlantic hurricane window; June is wettest (190 mm), humidity climbs to 82–83%. Direct hits are rare but travel insurance and flexible bookings recommended.
Holiday crowds fill all-inclusive resorts; rates peak around New Year's Eve fireworks on the Hotel Zone beaches. Book 4+ months out.
Mexico Destination Comparison
Compare climate across destinations in Mexico
| City | Avg High | Avg Low | Annual Rain | Season Overview |
|---|---|---|---|---|
🇲🇽 Cancún | 31° | 23° | 1174 mm | |
🇲🇽 Mexico City | 25° | 11° | 978 mm |
Official Resources
Government portals and tourism boards for Cancún, Mexico