Can you swim in Mexico in November?

The country is beautiful in November, and it is an opportunity to see Mexico in fall colors. In the Yucatán Peninsula, there is little rain with warm temperatures, perfect for swimming. You can expect around 85 °F, and the waters might even feel warmer than the air.



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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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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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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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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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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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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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Central Mexico, including cities like Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Morelia, experiences pleasant and mild weather in November. Days are usually warm, with temperatures ranging from the high 60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit (20-24°C), while nights can be cooler, dropping into the 50s Fahrenheit (10-15°C).

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Event: Mexico's hurricane season is from May through November, with most storms developing between July and October. Hurricanes and tropical storms can cause life-threatening flash floods, dangerous winds, treacherous surf and rip currents, and other hazardous conditions.

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If you don't like the cold, November is a great month to visit Mexico City because it's technically still Fall, and won't be as cold as December or January for New Year. November is the first month of the dry season in Mexico City, which runs from November to April.

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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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Another benefit of traveling between the beginning of December and the end of May is that the tide is the lowest and calmest, so you can safely swim in Cancun's characteristic blue waters. Scuba divers also get the most visibility during these months!

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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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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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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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Around the world Mexico is known for its celebration of the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) on November 1, which is also known as All Saints' Day. Halloween (October 31) and All Souls' Day (November 2) are also locally important.

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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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You can expect average daily temperatures of 80-83°F (26-28°C) while visiting Tulum in November. When the sun goes down, the temperatures in Tulum drop, but not by much. Nighttime temperatures in Tulum average about 72-80°F (22-26°C), though the humidity also usually isn't as bad as in the day.

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In the Caribbean, seaweed season is generally May to October. The worst time for seaweed in Cancun, the Dominican Republic and much of the Caribbean is during the summer months.

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With hurricane season in Puerto Vallarta over, November brings the return of cooler temperatures and more travelers to Puerto Vallarta. For many retirees who spend the winter here, this is the time to come down. The ocean water will still hold the warmth of the summer and fall, but the afternoons will be less humid.

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