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Quintana Roo Weather & Climate: Mexico

Climate by month across Quintana Roo, Mexico, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Quintana Roo

Quintana Roo is one of several regions in Mexico, with temperatures that range from 27°C (81°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Playa del Carmen, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Quintana Roo, during January you can expect comfortable weather, with an average temperature of 27°C (81°F).

July, August and September are generally the hottest months of the year.

Precipitation in Quintana Roo varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in October with 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while March stays relatively dry with 35 mm (1.4 in). The region experiences its rainy season during September and October, when monthly rainfall can range from 194 mm (7.6 in) to 206 mm (8.1 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for March, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Quintana Roo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Quintana Roo — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cancún)

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Cancún Tulum Playa del Carmen Puerto Morelos Cozumel Holbox Island
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Climate map of Quintana Roo

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Cancún 27°C (81°F) 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 27°C (81°F) 1212 mm (48 in) 2,723 hours
Tulum 27°C (81°F) 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 26°C (79°F) 1284 mm (51 in) 2,731 hours
Playa del Carmen 27°C (81°F) 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 26°C (79°F) 1239 mm (49 in) 2,731 hours
Puerto Morelos 27°C (81°F) 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 27°C (81°F) 1217 mm (48 in) 2,731 hours
Cozumel 27°C (81°F) 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 27°C (81°F) 1268 mm (50 in) 2,731 hours
Holbox Island 27°C (81°F) 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 26°C (79°F) 697 mm (27 in) 2,723 hours

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