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Playa del Carmen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Playa del Carmen.
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Climate overview of Playa del Carmen
Something you should keep in mind if you're travelling to Playa del Carmen is the hurricane season. The hurricane season runs from June to November. Best not to visit Playa del Carmen during these months. The best time to visit Playa del Carmen is from November until April. During these months the rainfall is very limited and there is only a small chance of hurricanes.
Playa del Carmen Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Playa del Carmen - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Playa del Carmen
The temperature in Playa del Carmen remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 27°C (81°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in August to 22°C (72°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1239 mm (49 in) of rainfall annually. Playa del Carmen can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 206 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 35 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation spread across 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Playa del Carmen Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 9.0 hours daily sunshine in March, it dips to 6.7 hours in September, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Playa del Carmen
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C (79°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in June.
Water temperature over the year
Best Time to Visit Playa del Carmen
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Playa del Carmen in January, February, March, April, November and December. Conditions are usually least favourable in June, September and October.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
good
Jun
wet
Jul
good
Aug
mixed
Sep
wet
Oct
very wet
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: January, February, March, April, November and December
- Warmest weather: May, June, July, August, September and October
- Most sunshine: March
- Fewest rainy days: March and April
- Best for swimming: Any time of year. The sea stays pleasantly warm year-round.
- Wettest months: August, September and October, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from February to March
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Playa del Carmen
What is the best time to visit Playa del Carmen?
January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Playa del Carmen. In contrast, June, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. Playa del Carmen has a distinct dry season from February to March.
What temperatures can I expect in Playa del Carmen?
Daytime highs range from 27°C (81°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 22°C (72°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does Playa del Carmen get?
Annual rainfall is around 1239 mm (49 in). October is the wettest month with 206 mm (8.1 in), while March is the driest with 35 mm (1.4 in).
How sunny is Playa del Carmen?
Playa del Carmen receives around 2,731 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 270 hours, while September is the cloudiest with just 202 hours. Overall, Playa del Carmen enjoys abundant sunshine.
Playa del Carmen 3-Day Forecast
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