Geography of Tulum
Geography of Tulum: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Tulum
Cozumel is 38 mi to the north-east, Playa del Carmen is 38 mi to the north-east, Cancun International Airport is 69 mi to the north-east and Cancun is 77 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 20°12′41″N 87°27′55.4″W (20.2114, -87.4654)
Quick facts about Tulum
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 20°12′41″N 87°27′55.4″W (20.2114, -87.4654) |
| Population | 46.000 |
| Known for | Cliffside ruins and cenotes |
| Local time | 3:40 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by beach in Tulum
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Summary
Tulum is a city in Mexico. Tulum is known for Cliffside ruins and cenotes. It has a population of about 46.000.
Right now it is 80°F (27°C) in Tulum with mainly clear. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 79°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 71%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Tulum 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 69 mi away. Nearby highlights include Tulum Beach, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen and Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is 2.7°F above 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 Tulum today at 8.4/10. 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 Tulum 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° | 69° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 82° | 69° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 85° | 73° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 86° | 74° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 79° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 88° | 78° | 11,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 89° | 78° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 90° | 78° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 89° | 77° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 87° | 74° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 85° | 72° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 82° | 70° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tulum?
Tulum is a city in Mexico. Its coordinates are 20.2114, -87.4654. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Tulum right now?
It is currently 80°F (27°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Tulum?
January, February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Tulum, which has a temperate climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Tulum in?
Tulum observes America/Cancun (UTC-05:00). The local time is 3:40 AM.
How many people live in Tulum?
Tulum has a population of approximately 46.000.
What is the nearest airport to Tulum?
The closest airports are Cancun International Airport (CUN), 69 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Tulum?
Popular options include Tulum Beach, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza and Chichen Itza.
What places are in Tulum?
Tulum covers 1 places in this atlas, including Tulum Beach.
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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 22, 2026 at 3:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
