PlanoPlanoDecember through April covers the dry season with the best beach weather and lowest hurricane risk. January and February are the sweet spot — excellent weather, past the holiday price peak, and before Spring Break crowds arrive in March.
| Month | Temp | Rain | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryBest | 25°C | 45mm | High | Expensive |
| FebruaryBest | 26°C | 30mm | High | Expensive |
| MarchBest | 27°C | 25mm | High | Expensive |
| AprilBest | 28°C | 25mm | High | Expensive |
| May | 29°C | 85mm | Medium | Moderate |
| June | 29°C | 165mm | Low | Budget |
| July | 29°C | 85mm | Medium | Moderate |
| August | 29°C | 115mm | Low | Budget |
| September | 29°C | 200mm | Low | Budget |
| October | 28°C | 170mm | Low | Budget |
| November | 27°C | 70mm | Medium | Moderate |
| DecemberBest | 25°C | 40mm | High | Expensive |
March and April are dry and warm (27-28°C) but March brings Spring Break crowds from the US. April is calmer and still has excellent beach conditions before hurricane season.
Hurricane season begins June 1 and peaks August-October. Temperatures stay warm (29°C) with afternoon tropical showers. Hotel prices are at their lowest and crowds are thin.
Peak hurricane risk September-October with the heaviest rain. November marks the return of dry season. Day of the Dead celebrations in early November add cultural depth.
Peak dry season (25-27°C) with the best weather and biggest crowds. Christmas and New Year are extremely popular and expensive. January and February are excellent with fewer crowds than March.
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Plan my Cancun tripChristmas/New Year and March (Spring Break) are the busiest and most expensive periods. All-inclusive resorts can be 2-3x regular pricing during these weeks.
September and October offer the lowest prices but carry the highest hurricane risk. June and August are budget-friendly with manageable weather.
December through April provides the best conditions for snorkeling, diving at the Mesoamerican Reef, cenote swimming, and Mayan ruin visits with dry, warm weather.