Quintana Roo weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Quintana Roo, Mexico. Like most weather services, we show Quintana Roo at one spot: Cancún, its largest city. At 3:30 PM local time it was clear and 30°C (85°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (1.9 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–May.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 14%
- Chance of rain
- 44%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (1.9 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–MayOff season Jun, Sep–Oct
About Cancún weather
Is it raining in Cancún right now?
No. It’s clear and 30° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (1.9 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Cancún this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–31° and lows of 21–24°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Cancún lately?
In the past 7 days, Cancún had 6 rainy days and 20.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Cancún?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Quintana Roo weather by month
When is the best time to visit Quintana Roo?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Quintana Roo is Dec–May, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun, Sep–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (79°F) in January to 30°C (87°F) in August.
What is the rainiest month in Quintana Roo?
October is the wettest month, with about 224 mm (8.8 in) of rain on average. March is the driest, with about 38 mm (1.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Quintana Roo?
August is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (87°F) and lows of 27°C (80°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 22°C (71°F).
Does Quintana Roo have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun, Sep–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Feb–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Quintana Roo?
The sea is warmest in August at about 30°C (85°F) and coolest in February at about 27°C (80°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Quintana Roo weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Cancún), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Quintana Roo
Weather can differ a lot within Quintana Roo: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cancún | Dec–May | Jun, Sep–Oct | 26–30°C | 1,251 mm |
| Chetumal | Dec–Apr | Jun, Aug–Oct | 27–31°C | 1,392 mm |
| Playa del Carmen | Dec–Apr | Jun, Sep–Oct | 26–30°C | 1,282 mm |
| Cozumel | Dec–Apr | Jun, Sep–Oct | 26–30°C | 1,282 mm |
| Felipe Carrillo Puerto | Dec–Apr | Jun, Aug–Oct | 28–33°C | 1,265 mm |
| Tulum | Dec–Apr | Jun, Sep–Oct | 27–31°C | 1,293 mm |