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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Cancun has a tropical monsoon climate, classified as Am in the Köppen system. The warmest month is July with an average high of 30°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 22°C. The annual temperature range of 8°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is April with only 7 rain days and 38mm of precipitation. For travellers, April through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 78% to 78% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Cancun are February, March, April. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
30°C
July
Coldest Month
22°C
January
Driest Month
7 days
April
Annual Range
8°C
22° to 30°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 22°C | 11 | 9h | View |
| February | 26°C | 23°C | 8 | 10h | View |
| March | 27°C | 23°C | 7 | 11h | View |
| April | 28°C | 24°C | 7 | 12h | View |
| May | 29°C | 25°C | 14 | 12h | View |
| June | 29°C | 26°C | 19 | 11h | View |
| July | 30°C | 26°C | 18 | 12h | View |
| August | 30°C | 26°C | 21 | 11h | View |
| September | 29°C | 26°C | 24 | 10h | View |
| October | 28°C | 25°C | 21 | 10h | View |
| November | 27°C | 24°C | 12 | 10h | View |
| December | 26°C | 23°C | 11 | 10h | View |
January
11 rain days, 9h sun
February
8 rain days, 10h sun
March
7 rain days, 11h sun
April
7 rain days, 12h sun
May
14 rain days, 12h sun
June
19 rain days, 11h sun
July
18 rain days, 12h sun
August
21 rain days, 11h sun
September
24 rain days, 10h sun
October
21 rain days, 10h sun
November
12 rain days, 10h sun
December
11 rain days, 10h sun
Cancun in July
Data Sources for Cancun
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.