Playa del Carmen Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore temperature statistics for Playa del Carmen in Quintana Roo, Mexico, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Mexico.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The climate in Playa del Carmen remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a warm 27°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 22°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Playa del Carmen by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. August, the city’s warmest month, boasts 220 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 65 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 7 days. It records 222 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Mexico Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Mexico. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Playa del Carmen Temperatures Compared World Wide
Playa del Carmen’s average annual maximum temperature is 29°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Playa del Carmen’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Playa del Carmen climate page.
Current temperature in Playa del Carmen
