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Quintana Roo Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Quintana Roo, Mexico in September.

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Are you planning a trip a to Quintana Roo, Mexico in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Quintana Roo in September

Quintana Roo, Mexico is a region in Mexico. September in Quintana Roo generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Isla Mujeres at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Estero Franco at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Estero Franco and 27°C (81°F) in Isla Mujeres. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Quintana Roo, Mexico, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Holbox Island with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Xcalak with 215 mm (8.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Playa del Carmen sees close to 202 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March28°C (82°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) This monthJune30°C (86°F) July31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Quintana Roo in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Quintana Roo.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Quintana Roo

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Quintana Roo, Mexico?

Temperature range in Quintana Roo (September)

Precipitation variation in Quintana Roo (September)

Playa del Carmen

In September Playa del Carmen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
202 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Playa del Carmen →

Cancún

In September Cancún generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
195 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
204 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Cancún →

Tulum

In September Tulum generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
202 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
203 mm (8 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Tulum →

Puerto Morelos

In September Puerto Morelos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
202 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Puerto Morelos →

Cozumel

In September Cozumel generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
202 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Cozumel →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Quintana Roo, in Mexico.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Quintana Roo in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cancún 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Tulum 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Playa del Carmen 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Puerto Morelos 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Cozumel 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)
Holbox Island 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Quintana Roo weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Quintana Roo, Mexico in September?

Quintana Roo, Mexico typically experiences poor weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Playa del Carmen average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Quintana Roo, Mexico in September?

Average temperatures in Quintana Roo, Mexico during September range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Playa del Carmen.

Does Quintana Roo, Mexico get a lot of rain in September?

Rainfall in Quintana Roo, Mexico peaks during September. Playa del Carmen averages roughly 195 mm (7.7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Quintana Roo, Mexico?

In our view, September might not be the best time to travel to Quintana Roo, Mexico with often unpleasant weather in Playa del Carmen.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. In contrast, June, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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