Best Time to Visit Chetumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Chetumal is at its sunniest and driest in February–April.
The best time to visit Chetumal for sunny, dry weather is February–April — 3 months 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 23.7°C / 74.7°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in August, with rainfall from 25 mm / 1 in (March) to 191 mm / 7.5 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chetumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Chetumal'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 24.4°C75.9°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 25.8°C78.4°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| April | 27°C80.6°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chetumal?
The best time to visit Chetumal for sunny, dry weather is February, March, April. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 28°C / 82.4°F, and the driest is March with about 25 mm / 1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chetumal's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Chetumal?
The rainy season at Chetumal, Quintana Roo runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 90 mm / 3.5 in. The wettest single month is June (191 mm / 7.5 in).
What is the driest month in Chetumal?
The driest month in Chetumal is March, averaging about 25 mm / 1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25.8°C / 78.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Chetumal?
The least comfortable months for travel to Chetumal — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 191 mm / 7.5 in in June, and the coldest month averages 23.7°C / 74.7°F.
Is Chetumal climate different from Mexico overall?
Yes, usually. Our Chetumal 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 Chetumal specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.