Tulum at a glance
- Best time
- Jul, Nov – May
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.5°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,930 h
- Rain a year
- 1,110 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Elevation
- 5 m
Climate in Tulum
Tulum has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 26 °C. With around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year, Tulum is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: July, November – May
October is the peak of the hurricane season
What is the weather like in Tulum in October?
In October, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 184 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tulum.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 43 min06:44 – 18:27
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 30 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 17 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 59 %on average
- Hot days
- 5 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC−5America/Cancun
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %63 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sea temperature in Tulum
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.7 – 29.6 °C
Swimming season: All year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Tulum ranges from 26.6 °C in February to 29.5 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
From October to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 29.1 and 30.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.8° | 26.0° | 27.3° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.6° | 26.1° | 27.0° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.7° | 26.2° | 27.2° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.3° | 26.9° | 27.6° | warm |
| MayMay | 28.2° | 27.8° | 28.6° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.7° | 28.3° | 29.3° | warm |
| JulyJul | 29.1° | 28.6° | 29.6° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.5° | 29.1° | 30.1° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.5° | 29.0° | 30.1° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.2° | 28.7° | 29.6° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.2° | 27.7° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.4° | 26.7° | 28.1° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Tulum
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 6.8 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Tulum, 58 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Tulum: 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, Tulum has about 20 rainy days with 184 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
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 | 84 | 26° | 22° | 26.8° | 6.9 h | 11 | 46 |
| FebruaryFeb | 91 | 27° | 23° | 26.6° | 7.8 h | 7 | 28 |
| MarchMar | 94 | 28° | 23° | 26.7° | 8.6 h | 7 | 27 |
| AprilApr | 96 | 29° | 25° | 27.3° | 9.0 h | 7 | 30 |
| MayMay | 88 | 30° | 26° | 28.2° | 9.0 h | 13 | 83 |
| JuneJun | 76 | 29° | 26° | 28.7° | 7.9 h | 20 | 188 |
| JulyJul | 82 | 30° | 26° | 29.1° | 9.3 h | 17 | 94 |
| AugustAug | 79 | 30° | 26° | 29.5° | 8.7 h | 19 | 124 |
| SeptemberSep | 76 | 30° | 26° | 29.5° | 7.8 h | 23 | 168 |
| OctoberOct | 73 | 29° | 25° | 29.2° | 6.8 h | 20 | 184 |
| NovemberNov | 82 | 28° | 23° | 28.2° | 7.1 h | 12 | 85 |
| DecemberDec | 83 | 27° | 23° | 27.4° | 7.2 h | 12 | 53 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
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Best time to visit Tulum
The best time to visit Tulum is in July and from November to May. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from December to April. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to March. Rain is most frequent from May to December; the wettest month is June with 188 mm.
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Your best months: February – April
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Dec – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Dec
12 or more rainy days
Tulum month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
84January26° · Sea 27° · 7 h
In January, Tulum is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 46 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in January91February27° · Sea 27° · 8 h
In February, Tulum is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 28 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in February94March28° · Sea 27° · 9 h
In March, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 27 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in March96April29° · Sea 27° · 9 h
In April, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 30 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in April88May30° · Sea 28° · 9 h
In May, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 83 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in May76June29° · Sea 29° · 8 h
In June, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 188 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in June82July30° · Sea 29° · 9 h
In July, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 94 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in July79August30° · Sea 30° · 9 h
In August, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 124 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in August76September30° · Sea 30° · 8 h
In September, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 168 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in September73October29° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In October, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 184 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in October82November28° · Sea 28° · 7 h
In November, Tulum is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 85 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in November83December27° · Sea 27° · 7 h
In December, Tulum is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 53 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Tulum.
Tulum in DecemberPlanning a trip to Tulum
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 15 min
- Distance
- 8,060 km
- Time zone
- UTC−5
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Tulum 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); not a forecast.
Frequently asked questions about Tulum
When is the best time to visit Tulum?
The best time to visit Tulum is in July and from November to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Tulum?
The sea temperature in Tulum ranges from 26.6 °C in February to 29.5 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Tulum in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Tulum?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 26 °C.
When does it rain most in Tulum?
Rain is most frequent from May to December; the wettest month is June with 188 mm. The driest month is March with 27 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tulum get?
Tulum gets around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.3 hours a day; in October there are 6.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Tulum in?
Tulum uses the time zone America/Cancun, at UTC−5 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Tulum?
A nonstop flight from London to Tulum takes about 10 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,060 km.
When is hurricane season in Tulum?
Tulum 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.
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