Best Time to Visit Cancun International Airport
Best time to visit Cancun International Airport: January, February, March, April and May. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Cancun International Airport
Go in January, February, March, April and May. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Cancun International Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 71° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 81° | 69° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 84° | 74° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 85° | 74° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 79° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 78° | 9,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 89° | 78° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 90° | 78° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 89° | 77° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 86° | 76° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 83° | 73° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 81° | 72° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Cancun International Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Cancun International Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Playa del Carmen | 31 mi | 80°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Cozumel | 42 mi | 80°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Tulum | 69 mi | 80°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Tulum Beach | 69 mi | 80°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza | 112 mi | 80°F | about the same | 41 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Cancun International Airport is an airport in Cancun. Cancun International Airport (CUN) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Cancun International Airport with mainly clear. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 77°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 15%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Cancun International Airport is January, February, March, April and May. The climate is temperate. June, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 69°F.
Nearby highlights include Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Tulum Beach and Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is in line with the 90°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in Cancun International Airport today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Cancun International Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:19 PM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 91° / 78°
Thunderstorm · 92% rain · wind 8 mph
⛈️ 88° / 76°
Thunderstorm · 55% rain · wind 7 mph
Things to do in Cancun International Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cancun International Airport.
Quick facts about Cancun International Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Cancun |
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 21°2′11.4″N 86°52′37.6″W (21.0365, -86.8771) |
| IATA code | CUN |
| Local time | 9:19 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cancun International Airport?
Cancun International Airport is an airport in Cancun. Its coordinates are 21.0365, -86.8771. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Cancun International Airport right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 85% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cancun International Airport?
January, February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Cancun International Airport, which has a temperate climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cancun International Airport in?
Cancun International Airport observes America/Cancun (UTC-05:00). The local time is 9:19 PM.
What are the top things to do in Cancun International Airport?
Popular options include Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Tulum Beach, Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza and Chichen Itza.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 9:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
