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In Cancún, July brings very high daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to 27°C (81°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Cancún.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cancún typically stay consistent throughout July, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cancún spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Cancún.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Cancún in July. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With water temperatures around 29°C (84°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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