Can you sunbathe in Mexico in November?

November also marks the start of the dry season. The number of sunny days increases and rain is much less likely than during the peak wet season, in the month of September. So pack your sun tanning lotion and get ready to enjoy clear skies and, thankfully, not-so-hot days.



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Many are surprised that November is still one of the hotter months in Mexico, especially if you're visiting the Mexico beach towns. Average temperatures in Mexico in November hover around 85°F (29°C) on the beaches, but it can feel a few degrees hotter because of the humidity.

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Dry, warm November may be the ideal month to visit Mexico overall, offering a sweet spot between the heavy fall rains and the beginning of the busy season. (Other November pros: depending on your timing and whereabouts, you might catch Día de los Muertos festivities or the magnificent monarch butterfly migration.)

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With an amazing location on Mexico's stunning Yucatán Peninsula, Cancún's one of Mexico's best holiday destinations thanks to its incredible Caribbean Sea setting and tropical weather. If you're going in November then you'll have plenty of heat, lots of sun and less rain as the dry season starts.

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Sunshine and rainfall There is a 57% chance of a perfect sunny day and a 43% chance of seeing a mixture of sunshine and clouds with an average 51mm of rainfall this month.

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If you are looking for the best time to visit Mexico, November might be it. This month brings a mix of climates across Mexico. The Pacific Coast enjoys a balmy 27°C (81°F), ideal for beach activities in Acapulco. However, northern areas, such as Chihuahua, witness cooler temperatures at 7°C to 20°C (45°F to 68°F).

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Weather in Cancun in November starts to mellow out, making November one of the best months of the year to visit. It isn't as rainy as the other fall and summer months, you'll find inexpensive flights and hotel accommodation, light crowds and beautiful Cancun weather to set the stage for a fun and relaxing holiday.

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During the dry season, between November and April, it gets a little colder and sometimes windy, so you might want a pair of long (but still fairly thin) pants or a light sweater. Temperatures are usually between 80 and 88 degrees, but occasionally dip down to around 65 degrees.

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The best time to visit Cancún is from December to April during the peak season. Even though the crowds are heavier, you'll experience near-perfect weather and find some of the cheapest flight and room rates for a winter getaway at the beach.

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Weather-wise, visiting Cancun in November is better than in October if you want cooler temperatures, drier days, and sunnier skies. And the Caribbean sea is usually free of seaweed! That said, fewer tourists in October mean fewer crowds at incredible sites like Chichen Itza and better prices on hotels and flights.

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Crowds & Costs November is still an excellent time to find deals on accommodation and flights, particularly at the beginning of the month. The crowds start increasing toward the end of November, but it doesn't get overly crowded. In Yucatán, it is the shoulder season, which means a lot of lower rates and few tourists.

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Average rainfall in Mexico in November Mexico City is relatively dry, with an average rainfall of about 15 to 30 mm (0.6 to 1.2 inches) during the month, whilst Acapulco experiences a more moderate amount of rainfall - around 100 to 150 mm (3.9 to 5.9 inches) of rain, often delivered as short, afternoon showers.

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Average November high temperatures in Cancun still reach mid eighties with average low temperatures not dropping below 70F. In a typical November there is even one day on average where the average high temperature exceeds 90 degrees and pretty much every other day the temperature will surpass 80 degrees.

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Dry Season (November to April) While northern Mexico is generally hot with hardly any rain, snow from the mountains in the Sierras can cause the temperature to drop.

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The weather in Riviera Maya in November lets you enjoy an average of eight hours each day, with the sun not setting until after 6pm this month. The average high temperature's a balmy 29°C, which may only drop to around 25°C on the occasional cooler day in November.

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Rain and Humidity in Cancun During November A typical November is quite a dry month with an average of 3.8 inches (ca. 10 cm) of rain falling on 5 rainy days throughout the month making it the 5th driest month of the year.

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The month begins with the Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations on November 2. A joyful commemoration of lost loved ones, ofrendas (altars) decorated with marigold flowers, sugar skulls, candles and alcohol appear across the city. In Cancun and the wider Yucatan it is also known as Hanal Pixan.

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Low season crowds November is at somewhat of a crossroads in the Riviera Maya travel seasons. It is not nearly as busy as it is in summer, it does not have the buzz of spring break, and is much less hectic than a few weeks later, during Christmas and New Year's.

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November is a great time to visit Playa del Carmen it is the start of the much-anticipated dry season, the temperatures are extremely warm and slightly more bearable than the summer months, and there is still plenty of daylight to explore the resort in.

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Low season is from the day after Easter to mid-December, when prices may drop 20% to 50%. In beach destinations popular with Mexican travelers, such as Veracruz and Acapulco, prices will revert to high season during July and August, the traditional national summer vacation period.

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Cancun water temperature in November The average temperature tends to hover around 27 degrees Celsius (80.6F), so you are unlikely to feel cold even after hours in the water.

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June is the hottest month in Cancun with an average temperature of 28°C (82°F) and the coldest is January at 23°C (73°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 11 in August. The wettest month is September with an average of 270mm of rain.

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