Geography of Cancun
Geography of Cancun: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Cancun
Playa del Carmen is 39 mi to the south, Cozumel is 51 mi to the south, Tulum Beach is 77 mi to the south-west and Tulum is 77 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 21°9′42.8″N 86°51′5.4″W (21.1619, -86.8515)
Quick facts about Cancun
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 21°9′42.8″N 86°51′5.4″W (21.1619, -86.8515) |
| Population | 890.000 |
| Known for | Caribbean beaches and Mayan ruins |
| Local time | 11:31 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by airport in Cancun
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Summary
Cancun is a city in Mexico. Cancun is known for Caribbean beaches and Mayan ruins. It has a population of about 890.000.
Right now it is 80°F (27°C) in Cancun with overcast. It feels like 91°F. Today runs from 79°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Cancun 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.
The closest major airport is Cancun International Airport (CUN), about 9 mi away. 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 90°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Cancun today at 9.7/10. 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.
Climate in Cancun 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 | 80° | 71° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 81° | 69° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 84° | 74° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 85° | 74° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 78° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 88° | 78° | 10,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 89° | 78° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 90° | 78° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 89° | 77° | 8,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 86° | 76° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 83° | 73° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 81° | 72° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cancun?
Cancun is a city in Mexico. Its coordinates are 21.1619, -86.8515. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Cancun right now?
It is currently 80°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cancun?
January, February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Cancun, which has a temperate climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cancun in?
Cancun observes America/Cancun (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:31 PM.
How many people live in Cancun?
Cancun has a population of approximately 890.000.
What is the nearest airport to Cancun?
The closest airports are Cancun International Airport (CUN), 9 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cancun?
Popular options include Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Tulum Beach, Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza and Chichen Itza.
What places are in Cancun?
Cancun covers 1 places in this atlas, including Cancun International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 23, 2026 at 11:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
