Tulum, Mexico experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Tulum, Mexico Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Tulum, Mexico. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Nov 
Wetter season: Jun–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.6/10
Best: January, February, March, November, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 25°C
Feels Like 33°C / 28°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 92 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 78%
Wind Speed 19 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
31°C
July
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 15 days
Coldest Month
23°C
January
Avg High 27°C
Rain 13 days
Driest Month
6 days
April
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
March (Gusts 40)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 31°C
Warmest water: August (
30.6°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:19
Daylight 13.2h
Sunset 19:33
Live conditions —
Tulum on the map · live conditions
Tulum, Mexico
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Mexico
- City
- Tulum
- Population
- 18.2K
- Coordinates
- 20.21°, -87.46°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 9 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 18 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 12 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 27°C / 23°C . Feb: 27°C / 23°C . Mar: 28°C / 24°C . Apr: 29°C / 25°C . May: 30°C / 26°C . Jun: 30°C / 26°C . Jul: 31°C / 27°C . Aug: 31°C / 27°C . Sep: 30°C / 26°C . Oct: 29°C / 25°C . Nov: 28°C / 24°C . Dec: 27°C / 23°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 53 mm. Feb: 30 mm. Mar: 29 mm. Apr: 28 mm. May: 67 mm. Jun: 233 mm. Jul: 70 mm. Aug: 133 mm. Sep: 142 mm. Oct: 167 mm. Nov: 86 mm. Dec: 64 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 74%. Apr: 75%. May: 78%. Jun: 82%. Jul: 80%. Aug: 81%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 82%. Nov: 79%. Dec: 77%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 20 km/h . Feb: 21 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 21 km/h . May: 20 km/h . Jun: 20 km/h . Jul: 17 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 15 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 18 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 27°C . Feb: 27°C . Mar: 27°C . Apr: 28°C . May: 29°C . Jun: 30°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 31°C . Sep: 31°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 28°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 6. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 6.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 11 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 31°C | Jul · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 23°C | Jan · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Jun 2025 · 183 mm | Jun · 233 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 23 km/h | Mar · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Good May
Fair June
Wet July
Poor August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 27°C / 23°C | 29°C / 24°C | 13days (53 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 76% Humid | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 27°C / 23°C | 29°C / 25°C | 8days (30 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 74% Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 28°C / 24°C | 31°C / 26°C | 8days (29 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 25°C | 33°C / 27°C | 6days (28 mm) Good | 11.6h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 30°C / 26°C | 34°C / 29°C | 12days (67 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 19days (233 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 31°C / 27°C | 36°C / 31°C | 15days (70 mm) Wet | 11.7h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 27°C | 36°C / 31°C | 20days (133 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 21days (142 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 29°C / 25°C | 34°C / 29°C | 21days (167 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 82% Humid | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November best | 28°C / 24°C | 31°C / 27°C | 13days (86 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 79% Humid | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 27°C / 23°C | 29°C / 25°C | 14days (64 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 77% Humid | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Tulum are January, February, March, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Tulum, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Tulum is July, with average daytime highs of 31°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Tulum is January, with average overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Tulum is June, averaging 233mm of precipitation across 19 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Tulum runs through September, October, August, June, with the heaviest rainfall in September. Based on 10-year averages for Tulum.
Tulum receives approximately 127 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Tulum.
The least favorable months to visit Tulum are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Tulum is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Tulum is 78%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Tulum are 19 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Tulum averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 49%. The clearest skies occur in February.
The annual average dew point in Tulum is 23°C (73°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Tulum has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Tulum ranges from 28°C (82°F) to 33°C (91°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
July is not the best time to visit Tulum, with a climate score of 2.9/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, November, December instead for better conditions.
For July in Tulum, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 31°C (87°F) and 15 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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