Playa del Carmen Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Playa del Carmen is a beach in Mexico. Playa del Carmen is a beach known for Riviera Maya sand and cenote trips.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Playa del Carmen with partly cloudy. It feels like 93°F. Today runs from 78°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 32%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Playa del Carmen 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 70°F.
The closest major airport is Cancun International Airport (CUN), about 31 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cozumel, Tulum Beach, Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza and Chichen Itza.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 94°F is 4.3°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. swimming is the strongest bet in Playa del Carmen today at 8.9/10. 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.
Map of Playa del Carmen
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 20°37′46.6″N 87°4′26″W (20.6296, -87.0739)
Weather in Playa del Carmen right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:03 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 94° / 78°
Overcast · 32% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 91° / 80°
Light drizzle · 39% rain · wind 12 mph
Quick facts about Playa del Carmen
| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 20°37′46.6″N 87°4′26″W (20.6296, -87.0739) |
| Known for | Riviera Maya sand and cenote trips |
| Local time | 5:03 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Playa del Carmen
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Playa del Carmen.
Best time to visit Playa del Carmen
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.
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 - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Playa del Carmen
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cancun International Airport | CUN | 31 mi | Cancun |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Playa del Carmen?
Playa del Carmen is a beach in Mexico. Its coordinates are 20.6296, -87.0739. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Playa del Carmen right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 79% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Playa del Carmen?
January, February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Playa del Carmen, which has a temperate climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Playa del Carmen in?
Playa del Carmen observes America/Cancun (UTC-05:00). The local time is 5:03 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Playa del Carmen?
The closest airports are Cancun International Airport (CUN), 31 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Playa del Carmen?
Popular options include 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 (beaches) - 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 5:03 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
