Does Cancun ever get hit by hurricanes?

Cancun's rainy season starts in June and can run through to November, with the wettest months being September and October. While hurricanes are possible over this time period, the risk is extremely low in Cancun, where only two hurricanes have made landfall in the last 35 years.



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Cancun's rainy season starts in June and can run through to November, with the wettest months being September and October. While hurricanes are possible over this time period, the risk is extremely low in Cancun, where only two hurricanes have made landfall in the last 35 years.

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While September and October's daytime temps stay pretty steady with summer averages, hotel rates take a dramatic dip and the rain factor skyrockets. These months are peak hurricane season and the wettest time of the year in Cancun (October specifically takes the honor of being the rainiest month).

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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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TRAVEL ADVICE: IS CANCUN SAFE? If you're thinking about a vacation and wondering, “Is Cancun Safe?” … the short answer is: the Yucatán Peninsula, including Cancun, Tulum, and the Riviera, is the safest area of Mexico in 2023, according to the US State Department.

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Hurricane Gilbert was the most intense hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic Basin until it was surpassed by Hurricane Wilma in 2005, the other major hurricane to directly impact Cancun.

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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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Short Summary. Cancun is generally safe for travelers but take necessary precautions and take government website travel alerts into consideration. Follow safety tips like avoiding walking alone at night and sticking to well-known establishments.

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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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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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Avoid visiting during Christmas, New Year's, and especially Spring Break as these are the most hectic travel periods for Cancun. If possible, avoid Mexico's hurricane season, which stretches from late-July to late-October.

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With a tropical climate, the weather in Cancun is mostly warm and sunny with 1,227mm of rainfall spread over the year. Most of the rain falls during the wet season, which is from May to October. The temperature in Cancun in the summer is around 28°C with average highs of 34°C at midday and the early to mid-afternoon.

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NO, Cancún is not at risk of a major earthquake. The tectonic plate upon which the Yucatán Peninsula sits is stable with few earthquakes. The “Ring of Fire” refers to the coastal areas around the Pacific Ocean, from the Americas to Alaska and right on around to Japan and points further south.

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The best time to go to Cancun is the shoulder months of April, May, November, and the beginning of December. The best weather in Cancun is between December and April. Rainy season in Cancun runs from May to October, which is the best time to visit Cancun on a budget.

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Yes, you need mosquito repellent in Cancun. It is a tropical climate so there are mosquitos. Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants, and a hat if you're planning to spend time outdoors or leave the resort.

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