Are mosquitoes a problem in Riviera Maya?

The mosquitos can be bad. Especially at dawn and dusk and if it's just rained which is common for your time frame. About the only place I haven experienced mosquitos is in the Cancun area.



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All things considered, the Riviera Maya in Mexico is a safe tourist destination for people from all countries. The area is home to beautiful beaches, lush jungles, and ancient ruins that attract visitors from all corners of the globe.

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Protect Yourself from Mosquitoes When Traveling to Mexico
  1. Protect yourself with an EPA-registered insect repellent.
  2. Apply sunscreen before applying repellent.
  3. Wear long sleeved shirts and long pants.
  4. Keep doors and windows closed or make sure they are covered with in-tact screens.


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The best months for good weather in Riviera Maya are January, February, March, April, May, July, November and December. On average, the warmest months are April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The rainiest months are June, September and October.

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June 2023 Update: Of course it's quite a diverse region, so the safety situation can vary in different areas. However in general the Riviera Maya remains one of the safest areas you can visit in Mexico.

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Cancun and Riviera Maya offer unique and exciting vacation experiences on Mexico's Caribbean coast. While Cancun is known for its lively nightlife, shopping, and entertainment, Riviera Maya offers a more laid-back and tranquil experience focusing on nature, eco-tourism, and cultural heritage.

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The Riviera Maya hurricane season begins in late May and lasts until early November, with the peak in September and October. The odds of a hurricane hitting Riviera Maya are low (five hurricanes have hit the Yucatan in the past 40 years), but hurricanes traveling near Riviera Maya can still cause severe weather.

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Fringed by a lush jungle and washed by the tranquil Caribbean Sea, the beaches of the Riviera Maya are among the best in Mexico, mostly deserted, and when the sargasso weed is not invading, the best spots to swim and enjoy the refreshing water.

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Seaweed season is generally between May and October. Based on the large size of the sargassum mat currently in the Atlantic, experts forecast that Tulum could have a major seaweed problem in 2023, depending on ocean and wind currents.

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These include some areas in the states of Chiapas, Chihuahua, Durango, Nayarit, Quintana Roo and Sinaloa. There is no risk of malaria in popular tourist destinations including Acapulco, Mexico City, Cancun, Cozumel and the Mayan Riviera.

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