UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mexico

Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza Travel Guide

Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.

⛈️ 78°F now🕔 4:04 AM local📅 Best: February, March, April, November and December

Active alerts for Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza

⚠️Sat, Aug 22: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 23: extreme heat, 96°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Mon, Aug 24: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Aug 27: extreme heat, 96°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Derived from the forecast. No official alert feed is wired for this country yet.

Summary

Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mexico. Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for Maya-Toltec architecture.

Right now it is 78°F (25°C) in Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza with thunderstorm. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 74°F to 98°F. Chance of precipitation is 99%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza is February, March, April, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 100°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 65°F.

The closest major airport is Cancun International Airport (CUN), about 112 mi away. Nearby highlights include Chichen Itza, Tulum Beach, Playa del Carmen and Cozumel.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 98°F is 3.8°F above the 94°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 Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza today at 9.8/10. 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.

Map of Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 20°41′3.5″N 88°34′4.1″W (20.6843, -88.5678)

Weather in Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza right now

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78°F
Thunderstorm · feels like 88°F
Humidity94%
Wind2 mph N
Gusts12 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover82%
Pressure1012 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 18 mi
Air quality30 · Good
Sunrise5:35 AM
Sunset6:18 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 78%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:04 AM, Aug 23 local time.

⚠️Sat, Aug 22: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 23: extreme heat, 96°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Mon, Aug 24: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Aug 27: extreme heat, 96°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Weekend outlook

Saturday, Aug 22

⛈️ 98° / 74°

Thunderstorm · 99% rain · wind 7 mph

Sunday, Aug 23

⛈️ 96° / 75°

Thunderstorm · 98% rain · wind 8 mph

Quick facts about Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza

TypeUNESCO World Heritage Site
CountryMexico
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates20°41′3.5″N 88°34′4.1″W (20.6843, -88.5678)
UNESCO inscription1988
Known forMaya-Toltec architecture
Local time4:04 AM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsFebruary, March, April, November and December
ClimateTemperate

Things to do in Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza.

Best time to visit Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza

Go in February, March, April, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: June, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★★
February★★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★★
May★★★★
June★★★☆☆
July★★★☆☆
August★★★☆☆
September★★★☆☆
October★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★★

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
  • A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
Worth avoiding
  • Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.

Airports near Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Cancun International AirportCUN112 miCancun

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza?

Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mexico. Its coordinates are 20.6843, -88.5678. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza right now?

It is currently 78°F (25°C) with thunderstorm. Humidity is 94% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza?

February, March, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza, which has a temperate climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza in?

Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza observes America/Merida (UTC-06:00). The local time is 4:04 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza?

The closest airports are Cancun International Airport (CUN), 112 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza?

Popular options include Chichen Itza, Tulum Beach, Playa del Carmen and Cozumel.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 4:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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