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Playa del Carmen

Visit in April — score 75/100 · avg high 85°F · 11 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

83°/68°F
22 rain days
10.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

February

#3
83°/69°F
12 rain days
11.3h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

March

#2
84°/71°F
11 rain days
11.9h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

April

#1
85°/73°F
11 rain days
12.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

87°/76°F
22 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

87°/79°F
30 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

87°/80°F
24 rain days
13.1h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

88°/80°F
31 rain days
12.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

87°/80°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

86°/76°F
31 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

November

84°/72°F
30 rain days
11.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

83°/70°F
20 rain days
10.8h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4677°83°68°228710.9hHighAbove avg
February6877°83°69°125011.3hHighAbove avg
March6978°84°71°114511.9hVery HighAbove avg
April7580°85°73°114412.5hHighAverage
May5482°87°76°228613.0hModerateBelow avg
June5183°87°79°3018713.2hModerateBelow avg
July4583°87°80°249513.1hHighAverage
August4584°88°80°3113112.7hHighAverage
September4983°87°80°3016012.1hModerateBelow avg
October4982°86°76°3121811.5hModerateBelow avg
November4779°84°72°3014411.0hModerateBelow avg
December4678°83°70°208110.8hVery HighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
66/100
High
85°F
Low
73°F
Rain days
15/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Playa del Carmen (March, April, May) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 73°F, with about 15 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 66/100, with April being the strongest month of the season at 75/100.

Summer

Score
47/100
High
87°F
Low
80°F
Rain days
28/mo
Crowds
high

Summer in Playa del Carmen (June, July, August) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 80°F, with about 28 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 51/100.

Fall

Score
48/100
High
86°F
Low
76°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Playa del Carmen (September, October, November) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 76°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 48/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 49/100.

Winter

Score
53/100
High
83°F
Low
69°F
Rain days
18/mo
Crowds
very high

Winter in Playa del Carmen (December, January, February) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 69°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 68/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Playa del Carmen?
The best month to visit Playa del Carmen is April, with an overall travel score of 75/100. Expect average highs of 85°F, about 11 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Playa del Carmen expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Playa del Carmen are relatively moderate, averaging 93% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is October.
What is the weather like in Playa del Carmen in December?
December in Playa del Carmen has average highs of 83°F and lows of 70°F, with approximately 20 rainy days and 10.8 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 46/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Playa del Carmen?
The most affordable time to visit Playa del Carmen 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 July (score: 45/100).

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