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Cancun

Mexico · Central America & Caribbean

The best time to visit Cancun is January–July and November–December, when it is at its strongest for beach and nightlife. The driest month of the year with warm seas and clear skies. Easter week draws major domestic and international holiday crowds.

Plan a trip to Cancun

Month by month

MonthFitWeatherCrowds & pricesWhat it's good for
January 9/10 26°C · 16 rain days crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 Beach, Nightlife, Nature & wildlife. Pleasant warm temperatures and comfortable humidity make this a prime winter getaway. Excellent conditions for exploring Mayan ruins and enjoying the beach.
February 9/10 27°C · 12 rain days crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 Beach, Road trips, Nightlife. One of the driest and most comfortable months of the year. Ideal for outdoor excursions and day trips across the Yucatan Peninsula.
March 10/10 28°C · 10 rain days crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 Beach, Nightlife, Road trips. Spring break season brings bustling nightlife and energetic crowds. Sunny skies and minimal rainfall make it peak beach weather.
April 10/10 30°C · 8 rain days crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 Beach, Nightlife, Nature & wildlife. The driest month of the year with warm seas and clear skies. Easter week draws major domestic and international holiday crowds.
May 8/10 31°C · 13 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Beach, Nature & wildlife, Nightlife. Temperatures and humidity rise as the rainy season approaches. Whale shark migration season typically begins toward the end of the month.
June 8/10 30°C · 18 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Nature & wildlife, Nightlife, Beach. Official start of the Atlantic hurricane season with increased tropical showers. Prime time for swimming with whale sharks off Isla Mujeres.
July 8/10 31°C · 16 rain days crowds 4/5 · prices 3/5 Nature & wildlife, Nightlife, Beach. Hot and humid weather with frequent afternoon showers, accompanied by family summer holiday crowds. Sea turtle nesting is active along the coast.
August 7/10 31°C · 19 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 2/5 Beach, Nature & wildlife, Nightlife. Very hot and humid with frequent rain showers and elevated tropical storm potential. Excellent conditions for diving and marine life observation.
September 7/10 31°C · 20 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 1/5 Nature & wildlife. Peak of the Atlantic hurricane season with the highest risk of heavy storms. Mexican Independence Day in mid-September brings lively cultural celebrations.
October 7/10 30°C · 22 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 Nature & wildlife, Culture. Wettest month on average with continued hurricane potential, though rains often clear quickly. Late October leads into vibrant Day of the Dead preparations.
November 8/10 28°C · 17 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Beach, Nature & wildlife, Culture. The end of the hurricane season brings moderating temperatures and lower humidity. A great shoulder month offering good value and improving weather.
December 9/10 27°C · 15 rain days crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 Beach, Nightlife, Nature & wildlife. Comfortable tropical warmth and lower rainfall attract high volumes of holiday travelers. Major resort festivities and vibrant nightlife peak around Christmas and New Year.

Getting in

Israeli passport: Visa-free · up to 180 days — Multiple Migration Form (FMM) provided on arrival.
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