Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Riviera Maya, Mexico in November.

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Cancún Tulum Playa del Carmen Akumal

Planning a journey to Riviera Maya, Mexico this November and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Riviera Maya in November

Riviera Maya, Mexico is a region in Mexico. November in Riviera Maya generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Playa del Carmen.

For a closer look at conditions across Riviera Maya, Mexico, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Akumal with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Cancún with 98 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this November. For example, Playa del Carmen gets approximately 208 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Riviera Maya in November

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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 Riviera Maya

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Riviera Maya, Mexico?

Temperature range in Riviera Maya (November)

Precipitation variation in Riviera Maya (November)

Playa del Carmen

In November Playa del Carmen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
208 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
perfect
perfect
Climate in Playa del Carmen →

Cancún

In November Cancún generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
210 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cancún →

Tulum

In November Tulum generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
208 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
207 mm (8.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tulum →

Akumal

In November Akumal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
208 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
perfect
perfect
Climate in Akumal →

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

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Riviera Maya in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cancún 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Tulum 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Playa del Carmen 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Akumal 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Riviera Maya weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Riviera Maya, Mexico in November?

In November, Riviera Maya, Mexico generally has perfect weather conditions. Playa del Carmen sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Riviera Maya, Mexico in November?

In Playa del Carmen, the average daytime high in November is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Riviera Maya, Mexico get a lot of rain in November?

Not particularly. Playa del Carmen averages just 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain in November, making it a mostly dry month for Riviera Maya, Mexico.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Riviera Maya, Mexico?

We consider November to be one of the best times to travel to Riviera Maya, Mexico. Typically, the climate in Playa del Carmen is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Riviera Maya, Mexico is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. In contrast, June, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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