Cancun Weather Forecast
Cancun weather: 80°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Cancun weather in August
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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).
Best time to visit Cancun
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 - 7 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.
How Cancun compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Cancun.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Playa del Carmen | 39 mi | 80°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Cozumel | 51 mi | 80°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Tulum | 77 mi | 80°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Tulum Beach | 77 mi | 80°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza | 116 mi | 80°F | about the same | 41 in |
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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 clear. Humidity is 87% and wind is 4 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 1:11 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 August 26, 2026 at 1:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
