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Cancún weather in September (Quintana Roo, Mexico)

Is Cancún a good destination in September, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In September, the weather in Cancún generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 30°C. At night, they generally drop to 26°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Cancún in September usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 192 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 195 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March, April, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Cancún, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 192 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 195 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mexico in September

Find out more about the weather in Mexico and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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