Weather in Tulum

About Tulum

Tulum's clifftop Mayan ruins overlook the Caribbean's turquoise waters and white sand beaches. The walled city once thrived as a major Mayan port. Pristine beaches and cenotes offer swimming in crystalline waters.

Country

Mexico

Best months to visit

January, February, March, April

Currency

MXN

Language

Spanish, English

Things to do in Tulum

Explore the Mayan ruins perched on the cliff Swim in the turquoise Caribbean waters below Snorkel in nearby cenotes and underground rivers Kayak the lagoon spotting sea turtles Hike jungle trails to hidden cenotes Dine on fresh seafood at beachfront palapa restaurants

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

Recommended

January

26C

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

Recommended

February

27C

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

Recommended

March

28C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

Recommended

April

29C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

May

30C

Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.

June

30C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

July

31C

Hot and humid, with some rainy days.

August

31C

Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.

September

30C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

October

30C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

November

28C

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

December

27C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

Tulum has gone from sleepy backpacker stop to one of Mexico's most photographed destinations, with Maya ruins perched on a clifftop above turquoise Caribbean water and a beach road lined with boutique hotels and jungle-chic restaurants. Inland, the cenotes around Tulum offer some of the best freshwater snorkelling and diving in the country, with caverns of stalactites and crystal-clear pools just a short bike ride from town.

Best areas to stay in Tulum

Hotel Zone (Beach Road)

A long sandy strip lined with boutique eco-chic hotels, beach clubs and restaurants, best explored by bike.

Tulum Pueblo (Town Centre)

The more affordable, local part of town with budget hotels, taquerias, bars and the bus station.

La Veleta

A quieter residential area popular with digital nomads, known for cafes and yoga studios.

Aldea Zama

A newer, leafy development between the town and the beach with upscale restaurants and condos.

Getting to Tulum

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Flights

Tulum International Airport opened in 2023 with growing direct connections; many visitors still fly into Cancún, about 1.5-2 hours north by road.

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From London

~10-11 hours direct from London to Cancún; ~3-4 hours from major US East Coast cities.

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Getting around

Bicycles and scooters are popular for the beach road and town; colectivos and taxis cover cenotes and day trips.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Tulum?

December to April brings the driest weather and least seaweed on the beaches, though it's also the busiest and most expensive period. May and November offer a good balance of weather and value.

What are cenotes and are they worth visiting?

Cenotes are natural sinkholes filled with crystal-clear freshwater, many connected to vast underground cave systems. Gran Cenote and Dos Ojos are popular for snorkelling and are easily reached by bike or taxi from town.

Is the Tulum ruins site worth it?

Yes — it's one of the few Maya sites set directly above the Caribbean, with short walking trails and a small beach below the cliffs. Arrive early to avoid both heat and crowds.

How do I get around Tulum?

Bicycles are the most popular way to get between town and the hotel zone beach road; taxis and colectivos (shared vans) cover longer distances and trips to cenotes.

Is Tulum expensive?

The beach hotel zone is among the priciest in Mexico, but the town centre a few kilometres inland has far cheaper hotels, taquerias and markets.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Rented bikes for the week and rode between cenotes, the ruins and the beach every day. The water really is that impossibly turquoise blue you see in photos.

Sophie L. · February 2024

★★★☆☆

Beautiful but pricey for what you get in the hotel zone — staying in the town centre and biking down saved us a lot without losing much.

Marcus D. · August 2023

★★★★★

Snorkelling in Dos Ojos cenote was unlike anything I've done — swimming through shafts of light in an underground cave system. Book a guide ahead in high season.

Priya R. · April 2024