Best Time to Visit Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Cancun is at its sunniest and driest in March.
The best time to visit Cancun for sunny, dry weather is March — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 23.3°C / 73.9°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in July, with rainfall from 39 mm / 1.5 in (March) to 191 mm / 7.5 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Cancun's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 24.9°C76.8°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cancun?
The best time to visit Cancun for sunny, dry weather is March. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.5°C / 83.3°F, and the driest is March with about 39 mm / 1.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Cancun's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Cancun?
The rainy season at Cancun, Quintana Roo runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 99 mm / 3.9 in. The wettest single month is September (191 mm / 7.5 in).
What is the driest month in Cancun?
The driest month in Cancun is March, averaging about 39 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.9°C / 76.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Cancun?
The least comfortable months for travel to Cancun — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, September, October, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 191 mm / 7.5 in in September, and the coldest month averages 23.3°C / 73.9°F.
Is Cancun climate different from Mexico overall?
Yes, usually. Our Cancun figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Mexico figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Cancun specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.