AI-generatedChetumal at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- May · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 30.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,680 h
- Rain a year
- 1,249 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Elevation
- 3 m
Climate in Chetumal
Chetumal has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,680 hours of sunshine a year, Chetumal is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Chetumal
The best time to visit Chetumal is from December to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from February to April. From April to May and in August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is June with 199 mm.
Chetumal through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Chetumal in the dry season
Nov – May
Fair
- 29–34 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 79 rainy days in all
Chetumal in the rainy season
Jun – Oct
Poor
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 114 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – May, Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jun – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Chetumal for you.
Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: December – March
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:4618:31
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:33–07:16 · evening 18:02–18:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:24–06:33 · evening 18:45–18:53
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Chetumal compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The sea cools from 30° to 28°. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 30° | 28° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Chetumal in October?
In October, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 194 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Chetumal.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 45 min06:46 – 18:31
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 30 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 64 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 24 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−5offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %50 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %53 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Chetumal
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Chetumal: score 69 against 36. In February, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in February. February has 14 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 36 | 69better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 21° |
| Sea | 29.2° | 26.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.2 h | 7.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 22 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 194 mm | 28 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 30 | 23better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Chetumal month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
64January29° · Sea 26° · 6.3 h
In January, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 50 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in January69February30° · Sea 26° · 7.8 h
In February, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 28 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in February62March31° · Sea 27° · 8.2 h
In March, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 27 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in March52April33° · Sea 28° · 8.7 h
In April, Chetumal is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 29 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in April33May34° · Sea 29° · 8.5 h
In May, Chetumal is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 93 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in May30June32° · Sea 29° · 7.0 h
In June, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 199 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in June29July33° · Sea 30° · 7.7 h
In July, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 126 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in July29August33° · Sea 30° · 8.0 h
In August, Chetumal is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 161 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in August29September33° · Sea 30° · 7.0 h
In September, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 180 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in September36October31° · Sea 29° · 6.2 h
In October, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 194 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in October53November29° · Sea 28° · 6.4 h
In November, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 107 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in November60December29° · Sea 27° · 6.3 h
In December, Chetumal is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 57 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Chetumal.
Chetumal in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Chetumal
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 30 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (20°), the warmest in May (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 334 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 64 | 29° | 20° | 25.9° | 6.3 h | 12 | 50 |
| FebruaryFeb | 69 | 30° | 21° | 26.2° | 7.8 h | 8 | 28 |
| MarchMar | 62 | 31° | 22° | 26.9° | 8.2 h | 8 | 27 |
| AprilApr | 52 | 33° | 24° | 28.0° | 8.7 h | 8 | 29 |
| MayMay | 33 | 34° | 25° | 29.0° | 8.5 h | 15 | 93 |
| JuneJun | 30 | 32° | 25° | 29.3° | 7.0 h | 22 | 199 |
| JulyJul | 29 | 33° | 25° | 29.5° | 7.7 h | 22 | 126 |
| AugustAug | 29 | 33° | 25° | 30.0° | 8.0 h | 24 | 161 |
| SeptemberSep | 29 | 33° | 24° | 30.1° | 7.0 h | 24 | 180 |
| OctoberOct | 36 | 31° | 23° | 29.2° | 6.2 h | 22 | 194 |
| NovemberNov | 53 | 29° | 22° | 27.6° | 6.4 h | 15 | 107 |
| DecemberDec | 60 | 29° | 21° | 26.5° | 6.3 h | 14 | 57 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Chetumal
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.3 – 29.9 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Chetumal ranges from 25.9 °C in January to 30.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 29.4 and 30.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 25.9° | 25.3° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.2° | 25.5° | 26.8° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.9° | 26.0° | 27.7° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.0° | 27.5° | 28.6° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.8° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.3° | 28.5° | 29.8° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.5° | 29.0° | 30.2° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 30.0° | 29.5° | 30.7° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 30.1° | 29.4° | 30.5° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.2° | 28.3° | 29.9° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.6° | 26.6° | 28.6° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 26.5° | 25.9° | 27.2° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Chetumal
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.2 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Chetumal, 53 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Chetumal: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Chetumal has about 22 rainy days with 194 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Chetumal
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Chetumal
How breezy and how cloudy Chetumal is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Chetumal typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Mar – May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 64 % of the sky over Chetumal: variable cloud, with about 6.2 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Chetumal
How often the day gets hot in Chetumal (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Chetumal has about 24 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Chetumal
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Chetumal in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Chetumal has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 62) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 29).
- 55
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 32
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 29
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain, Storm season
- 36
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 62
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 25 min
- Distance
- 8,260 km
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Jet lag
- About 4 days (6 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Mexico
- Currency
- Mexican Peso (MXN)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 127 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +52
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 127 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Chetumal lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Chetumal vs Bacalar
In October the holiday weather in Chetumal and Bacalar is about equally good (score 36 vs 35). During the day it is about as warm in Bacalar as in Chetumal.
| in October | Chetumal | Bacalar |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 36 | 35 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 22 | 21 |
| Best time | Dec – Mar | Dec – Mar |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Mexico in October: the best places
In October, Chetumal ranks 26 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Chetumal
When is the best time to visit Chetumal?
The best time to visit Chetumal is from December to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Chetumal?
The sea temperature in Chetumal ranges from 25.9 °C in January to 30.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Chetumal in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Chetumal?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Chetumal?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is June with 199 mm. The driest month is March with 27 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Chetumal get?
Chetumal gets around 2,680 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.7 hours a day; in October there are 6.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Chetumal in?
Chetumal is on UTC−5 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Chetumal?
A nonstop flight from London to Chetumal takes about 10 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,260 km.
When is hurricane season in Chetumal?
Chetumal lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Chetumal?
Chetumal has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 62) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 29). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 55, May half-term 32, summer holidays 29, October half-term 36, Christmas holidays 62.