Tulum Weather Forecast
Tulum weather: 81°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Tulum weather in April
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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).
Best time to visit Tulum
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
- 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.
How Tulum compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Tulum.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cozumel | 38 mi | 80°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Playa del Carmen | 38 mi | 80°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Cancun International Airport | 69 mi | 80°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Cancun | 77 mi | 80°F | about the same | 53 in |
| Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza | 78 mi | 80°F | about the same | 41 in |
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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 81°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% 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 2:39 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 24, 2026 at 2:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
