Cancun Weather in October
Mexico · October climate averages and travel tips
Avg high29°C (84°F)
Avg low26°C (78°F)
Rainfall222 mm (8.7 in)
RatingPoor 3.8/10
Cancun in October sees daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), dropping to about 26°C (78°F) at night. The month is very wet, with about 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain spread over 21 days, making it the wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 82%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 11.5 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is October a good time to visit Cancun?
October is not the best time to visit Cancun (3.8/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in February and March.
October weather at a glance
| Average high | 29°C (84°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 26°C (78°F) |
| Daily mean | 27°C (81°F) |
| Rainfall | 222 mm (8.7 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 21 |
| Humidity | 82% |
| Cloud cover | 59% |
| Daylight | 11.5 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 5.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 8.2 km/h |
| vs September | 1°C cooler than September, with 70 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Cancun in October
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Cancun weather in other months
Jan27°C / 22°C83 mmGoodFeb27°C / 23°C51 mmExcellentMar28°C / 23°C39 mmExcellentApr30°C / 25°C42 mmExcellentMay31°C / 26°C86 mmGoodJun30°C / 26°C189 mmPoorJul30°C / 27°C97 mmFairAug31°C / 27°C123 mmPoorSep30°C / 27°C152 mmPoorOct29°C / 26°C222 mmPoorNov28°C / 24°C132 mmFairDec27°C / 23°C76 mmGood
← SeptemberBest time to visit CancunNovember →
Better weather in October nearby
- Los Angeles, California28°C · 11 mm · Excellent
- San Diego, California27°C · 9 mm · Excellent
- San Francisco, California22°C · 34 mm · Excellent
- Denver, Colorado21°C · 29 mm · Excellent
- Tijuana27°C · 9 mm · Excellent
- Leon de los Aldama27°C · 39 mm · Excellent
Nearby in October
- Playa del Carmen29°C · 227 mm
- Tulum29°C · 207 mm
- Merida30°C · 127 mm
- Belmopan29°C · 257 mm
- Havana31°C · 93 mm
- George Town29°C · 158 mm
Where else is good in October? See where to go in October.