Playa del Carmen, Mexico Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Playa del Carmen
Weather in Playa del Carmen is shaped by its tropical wet-and-dry climate - expect year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. July afternoons typically reach 87°F (30°C), while January highs hover near 79°F (26°C). Annual precipitation averages 54.7 inches (1390 mm) over about 178 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 87°F (30°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 79°F (26°C)
- Record high: 95°F (35°C) · Record low: 61°F (16°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: June (20 rainy days) · Sunniest: May (11.9 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 87°F (30°C) and overnight lows stay near 80°F (26°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 79°F (26°C) and lows around 71°F (22°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 95°F (35°C) and dropped as low as 61°F (16°C).
Rain, sun and snow
June is usually the wettest month. It brings about 9.5 inches (242 mm) of rain over 20 days, while February is the driest. May brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.9 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79° | 71° | 12 | 2.7 in | 9.5 h/day | 78% |
| February | 80° | 72° | 8 | 1.3 in | 10.6 h/day | 76% |
| March | 82° | 74° | 8 | 1.5 in | 11.5 h/day | 76% |
| April | 84° | 76° | 7 | 1.5 in | 11.7 h/day | 77% |
| May | 85° | 78° | 14 | 3.8 in | 11.9 h/day | 78% |
| June | 85° | 78° | 20 | 9.5 in | 10.6 h/day | 84% |
| July | 87° | 80° | 17 | 3.9 in | 11.6 h/day | 82% |
| August | 87° | 79° | 20 | 7.1 in | 11.0 h/day | 83% |
| September | 86° | 78° | 23 | 7.9 in | 10.6 h/day | 85% |
| October | 85° | 76° | 21 | 8.2 in | 9.9 h/day | 84% |
| November | 82° | 74° | 14 | 4.3 in | 10.2 h/day | 82% |
| December | 81° | 73° | 14 | 3.0 in | 9.8 h/day | 80% |
Playa del Carmen month by month
Playa del Carmen weather in January
January brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 12 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Playa del Carmen.
Playa del Carmen weather in February
February brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 8 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Playa del Carmen.
Playa del Carmen weather in March
March brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 74°F (24°C), about 8 wet days.
Playa del Carmen weather in April
April brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 7 wet days.
Playa del Carmen weather in May
May brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 14 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Playa del Carmen.
Playa del Carmen weather in June
June brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 20 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Playa del Carmen.
Playa del Carmen weather in July
July brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 80°F (26°C), about 17 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Playa del Carmen.
Playa del Carmen weather in August
August brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), about 20 wet days.
Playa del Carmen weather in September
September brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 23 wet days.
Playa del Carmen weather in October
October brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 21 wet days.
Playa del Carmen weather in November
November brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 14 wet days.
Playa del Carmen weather in December
December brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 14 wet days.
Seasons in Playa del Carmen
March through May
March through May in Playa del Carmen is hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 76°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Playa del Carmen is hot, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 79°F (26°C); expect showers on roughly 56 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Playa del Carmen is hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 76°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 58 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Playa del Carmen brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 72°F (22°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Playa del Carmen
The best time to visit Playa del Carmen is generally December to April, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 81°F (27°C).
Pack for Playa del Carmen with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 80°F (26°C).
Playa del Carmen temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.