Weather in Tulum
What's the weather like in Tulum?
Tulum has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 28°C (82°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) in July, with overnight lows around 21°C (70°F) and 24°C (75°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Tulum are January, and December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇲🇽 Mexico
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Cancun
- Coordinates
- 20.211, -87.465
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 80 mm | 8 | 0 |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 21°C / 70°F | 55 mm | 5 | 0 |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 72°F | 50 mm | 5 | 0 |
| April | 32°C / 90°F | 23°C / 73°F | 50 mm | 5 | 0 |
| May | 33°C / 91°F | 24°C / 75°F | 140 mm | 9 | 0 |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 180 mm | 12 | 0 |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 140 mm | 11 | 0 |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 165 mm | 11 | 0 |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 205 mm | 14 | 0 |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 180 mm | 13 | 0 |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 90 mm | 9 | 0 |
| December | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 75 mm | 7 | 0 |
Tulum by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tulum?
The most comfortable months in Tulum are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Tulum?
May is typically the hottest month in Tulum, averaging a high of 33°C (91°F).
What is the coldest month in Tulum?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 21°C (70°F).
Does it snow in Tulum?
Snow is rare in Tulum; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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