Tulum, MexicoQuick decision
When to visit Tulum?
🌞 Best time overall
March
🌡️ Optimal temperature
75°F–82°F in March
🌧 Least rain
34% rainy days in March
🌧 Wettest month
September (74%)
📅 Best score
8.5/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Beach & CenotesDecember–April — Playa Paraíso, crystal-clear cenotes, no sargassum.
Mayan RuinsNovember–March — archaeological site at sunrise, less heat.
Diving & CenotesYear-round — Sistema Dos Ojos, Gran Cenote, exceptional visibility.
FamilyDecember–March — calm sea, nature activities, family resorts.
Yoga & WellnessYear-round — Tulum Pueblo, yoga retreats, healthy cuisine.
BudgetMay-June — start of green season, prices -30%, quieter beaches.
Monthly climate data
Tulum weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 72°F | 81°F | 47% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 73°F | 82°F | 42% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 75°F | 82°F | 34% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 77°F | 86°F | 31% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 79°F | 86°F | 52% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ June | 79°F | 86°F | 70% | 0.3in | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 79°F | 88°F | 52% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ August | 79°F | 88°F | 66% | 0.2in | 11.8h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ September | 77°F | 88°F | 74% | 0.2in | 11.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ October | 75°F | 86°F | 68% | 0.2in | 10.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 73°F | 82°F | 48% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 72°F | 82°F | 49% | 0.1in | 9.9h | 7.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 29°F, 39% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 31°F, 63% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 30°F, 63% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 28°F, 46% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
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FAQ
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March is ideal with 34% rainy days and 28°F.
September is the wettest month with 74% rainy days.
Yes, March is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.9/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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