Tulum, Mexico
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Best Time to Visit
Tulum

Visit in April — score 75/100 · avg high 91°F · 11 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

85°/63°F
18 rain days
10.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#2
87°/64°F
10 rain days
11.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

#3
89°/67°F
10 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

#1
91°/69°F
11 rain days
12.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

91°/74°F
22 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

90°/76°F
30 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

89°/78°F
29 rain days
13.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

89°/78°F
31 rain days
12.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

88°/77°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

87°/71°F
31 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

85°/67°F
30 rain days
11.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

85°/65°F
16 rain days
10.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January5676°85°63°187010.9hHighAverage
February7577°87°64°104011.3hHighAverage
March7379°89°67°104111.9hHighAbove avg
April7581°91°69°114212.5hHighAverage
May5083°91°74°229013.0hModerateBelow avg
June5282°90°76°3019313.2hModerateBelow avg
July4982°89°78°2911613.1hModerateBelow avg
August4883°89°78°3115312.7hModerateBelow avg
September4982°88°77°3017312.1hModerateBelow avg
October4680°87°71°3120011.5hModerateAverage
November4678°85°67°3012511.0hModerateAverage
December5677°85°65°166610.8hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
66/100
High
90°F
Low
70°F
Rain days
14/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Tulum (March, April, May) brings average highs of 90°F and lows of 70°F, with about 14 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 66/100, with April being the strongest month of the season at 75/100.

Summer

Score
49/100
High
89°F
Low
77°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Tulum (June, July, August) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 77°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 June being the strongest month of the season at 52/100.

Fall

Score
47/100
High
87°F
Low
72°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Tulum (September, October, November) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 72°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 49/100.

Winter

Score
62/100
High
86°F
Low
64°F
Rain days
15/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Tulum (December, January, February) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 64°F, with about 15 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 62/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 75/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Tulum?
The best month to visit Tulum is April, with an overall travel score of 75/100. Expect average highs of 91°F, about 11 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Tulum expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Tulum are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Tulum in December?
December in Tulum has average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F, with approximately 16 rainy days and 10.8 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 56/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Tulum?
The most affordable time to visit Tulum is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is October (score: 46/100).

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