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Cancun

Visit in April — score 76/100 · avg high 89°F · 11 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

84°/66°F
22 rain days
10.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

February

#3
85°/67°F
13 rain days
11.3h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

March

#2
87°/69°F
10 rain days
11.9h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

April

#1
89°/71°F
11 rain days
12.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

90°/74°F
21 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

89°/77°F
30 rain days
13.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

89°/78°F
22 rain days
13.2h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

90°/79°F
30 rain days
12.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

89°/78°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

87°/74°F
31 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

November

85°/71°F
30 rain days
11.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

84°/68°F
20 rain days
10.7h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4576°84°66°228710.8hHighAbove avg
February6676°85°67°135311.3hHighAbove avg
March7278°87°69°103911.9hVery HighAbove avg
April7680°89°71°114212.5hHighAverage
May5582°90°74°218413.0hModerateBelow avg
June5182°89°77°3018213.3hModerateBelow avg
July4783°89°78°228913.2hHighAverage
August4683°90°79°3012012.7hHighAverage
September4983°89°78°3015512.1hModerateBelow avg
October4981°87°74°3120811.5hModerateBelow avg
November4878°85°71°3013411.0hModerateBelow avg
December4877°84°68°207910.7hVery HighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
68/100
High
88°F
Low
71°F
Rain days
14/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Cancun (March, April, May) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 71°F, with about 14 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 68/100, with April being the strongest month of the season at 76/100.

Summer

Score
48/100
High
89°F
Low
78°F
Rain days
27/mo
Crowds
high

Summer in Cancun (June, July, August) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 78°F, with about 27 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 48/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 51/100.

Fall

Score
49/100
High
87°F
Low
74°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Cancun (September, October, November) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 74°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 49/100, with October being the strongest month of the season at 49/100.

Winter

Score
53/100
High
84°F
Low
67°F
Rain days
18/mo
Crowds
very high

Winter in Cancun (December, January, February) brings average highs of 84°F and lows of 67°F, with about 18 rainy days per month. Expect very high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 53/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 66/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Cancun?
The best month to visit Cancun is April, with an overall travel score of 76/100. Expect average highs of 89°F, about 11 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Cancun expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Cancun are relatively moderate, averaging 93% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is October.
What is the weather like in Cancun in December?
December in Cancun has average highs of 84°F and lows of 68°F, with approximately 20 rainy days and 10.7 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 48/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Cancun?
The most affordable time to visit Cancun is October, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in October, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is January (score: 45/100).

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