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Best Time to Visit Cancun

Month-by-month guide with weather, prices, sargassum and seasons to help you choose the perfect date for your trip.

Season Overview

Cancun has tropical weather year-round with temperatures between 24C and 34C. The difference lies in rainfall, sargassum, prices and crowds.

Peak Season (Dec - Apr)

Best weather, no rain, minimal sargassum. High prices, crowded beaches. Ideal for a first visit. Temperature: 25-30C.

Shoulder Season (May - Jun)

Rain begins (short tropical showers). Moderate prices, fewer tourists. Sargassum starts arriving. Temperature: 28-33C.

Low Season (Jul - Nov)

Frequent rain, hurricane season (Sep-Oct). Low prices (-40%). Heavy sargassum in Jul-Aug. Temperature: 27-34C.

Month-by-Month Guide

May Good
31C Temperature
Medium Rain
Variable Sargassum
Medium Price
June Good
32C Temperature
High Rain
High Sargassum
Medium Price
July Fair
33C Temperature
High Rain
Very high Sargassum
High Price
August Fair
33C Temperature
High Rain
Very high Sargassum
Medium Price
September Hurricanes
32C Temperature
Very high Rain
Medium Sargassum
Low Price
October Hurricanes
30C Temperature
Very high Rain
Variable Sargassum
Low Price
November Good
28C Temperature
Medium Rain
Low Sargassum
Low Price

Best Time Based on Your Priority

Best weather

February and March. Sunny days, 28-29C, no rain, calm seas. Perfect for a full day at the beach.

Best prices

September to November. Hotels up to 50% cheaper. November is the best option (less rain than Sep-Oct).

Fewest tourists

September and October. Virtually empty beaches. Ideal if you seek tranquility, but beware of hurricanes.

No sargassum

November to April. Crystal-clear beaches with no seaweed. The best period for snorkeling and turquoise waters.

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