Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya Weather in October

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

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Cancún Tulum Playa del Carmen Akumal

Considering a trip to Riviera Maya, Mexico this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Riviera Maya in October

Riviera Maya, Mexico is a region in Mexico. October in Riviera Maya generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Playa del Carmen. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

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

Precipitation

October is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 206 mm (8.1 in) in Playa del Carmen. It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in October. Playa del Carmen typically receives 235 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Riviera Maya in October

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

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Riviera Maya, Mexico?

Temperature range in Riviera Maya (October)

Precipitation variation in Riviera Maya (October)

Playa del Carmen

In October Playa del Carmen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
235 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
195 mm (7.7 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
perfect
Climate in Playa del Carmen →

Cancún

In October Cancún generally has 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 poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
217 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
204 mm (8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
perfect
Climate in Cancún →

Tulum

In October Tulum generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
235 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
perfect
Climate in Tulum →

Akumal

In October Akumal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
235 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
204 mm (8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
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 October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cancún 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 204 mm (8 in)
Tulum 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Playa del Carmen 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Akumal 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 204 mm (8 in)

Riviera Maya weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

In October, Riviera Maya, Mexico generally has poor weather conditions. Playa del Carmen sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

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

In Playa del Carmen, the average daytime high in October is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Playa del Carmen records an average of 206 mm (8.1 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Riviera Maya, Mexico.

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

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Riviera Maya, Mexico with often poor weather in Playa del Carmen.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. On the other hand, the months of June, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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