Best Time to Visit Cozumel
Best time to visit Cozumel: January, February, March, April and May. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Cozumel
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 Cozumel 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° | 72° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 81° | 71° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 85° | 75° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 86° | 75° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 80° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 88° | 79° | 9,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 89° | 79° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 91° | 78° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 89° | 78° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 86° | 77° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 84° | 75° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 81° | 73° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Cozumel compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Cozumel.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Playa del Carmen | 17 mi | 80°F | about the same | 41 in |
| Tulum | 38 mi | 80°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Tulum Beach | 38 mi | 80°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Cancun International Airport | 42 mi | 80°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Cancun | 51 mi | 80°F | about the same | 51 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 - 3 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
Cozumel is an island in Mexico. Cozumel is an island known for drift diving on Caribbean reefs.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Cozumel with clear. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 72°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 94%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Cozumel 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 91°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 71°F.
The closest major airport is Cancun International Airport (CUN), about 42 mi away. Nearby highlights include Playa del Carmen, Tulum Beach, Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza and Chichen Itza.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 86°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Cozumel today at 8.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Cozumel right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:16 AM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 84° / 72°
Drizzle · 94% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 87° / 76°
Light drizzle · 35% rain · wind 5 mph
Things to do in Cozumel
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cozumel.
Quick facts about Cozumel
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 20°25′22.8″N 86°55′20.3″W (20.423, -86.9223) |
| Known for | drift diving on Caribbean reefs |
| Local time | 4:16 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cozumel?
Cozumel is an island in Mexico. Its coordinates are 20.423, -86.9223. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Cozumel right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with clear. Humidity is 60% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cozumel?
January, February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Cozumel, which has a temperate climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cozumel in?
Cozumel observes America/Cancun (UTC-05:00). The local time is 4:16 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Cozumel?
The closest airports are Cancun International Airport (CUN), 42 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cozumel?
Popular options include Playa del Carmen, Tulum Beach, Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza and Chichen Itza.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - 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 October 26, 2026 at 4:16 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
