Which is the hottest month in Cancun?

The hottest time of year in Cancun is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 33°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Cancun?

In terms of rainfall, September is usually the wettest month in Cancun with 229mm on average. There are normally 14 days in September with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Cancun?

The sunniest time of year in Cancun is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 63% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Cancun?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Cancun in September when the water temperature reaches 29°C.

Best time to visit Cancun

Q: When is the best time to visit Cancun?

The best time to visit Cancun is February based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Cancun?

The best time to visit Cancun is February based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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28
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30
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32
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32
May
32
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32
Jul
33
Aug
32
Sep
30
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29
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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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The weather guide for Mexico's Caribbean Coast (Cancun) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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