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Playa del Carmen weather in October (Quintana Roo, Mexico)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Playa del Carmen during October? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Playa del Carmen includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 30°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 25°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Playa del Carmen in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 206 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 235 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Playa del Carmen. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Playa del Carmen climate page with graphs.

 

Playa del Carmen, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 206 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 235 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mexico in October

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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).

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 28°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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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