How bad is hurricane season in Tulum?

The low season is also summer in Mexico and summer here means rain. The strongest hurricanes in Tulum are in the months of September and October, with scattered rain showers in August. Summer prices are cheaper with an increase in July as this is the official month where all Mexicans travel around the country.



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From mid-summer to the early fall, Tulum is heavy in the throes of hurricane season and the hotels that are open offer some fantastic deals.

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Plus, it's just before tourists come for the months of December to April which is its peak season. When is Hurricane Season in Tulum? Hurricane season in Tulum and the rest of the Riviera Mayan coast usually starts in October. If you don't want to deal with unpredictable weather, try avoiding travel during this month.

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Worst Times to Visit Tulum Travelers in search of rest and relaxation — sans large crowds — should avoid visiting during peak season, which includes the holidays and spring break. Budget-conscious travelers should also steer clear of these months, since their high demand causes airfare and hotel prices to skyrocket.

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The rainy season in Tulum lasts from June to October, with August and September being the rainiest, these two months have the best hotel and airplane rates throughout the year.

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Good weather, great prices – The shoulder months of May, July and August are some of the best times of the year to explore Tulum if saving a few dollars and having more space for your beach towel are dealbreakers. Local hotel rates and airfare to the Riviera Maya tend to be lowest during these less-crowded months.

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Is Tulum safer than Cancun? Not really. They're both generally safe. The key difference is that Cancun's mainstream holidaymakers tend to stick more to their hotels, especially the all-inclusives.

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The Overseas Security Advisory Council says that Tulum is “moderately safe.” And for the state of Quintana Roo, which includes Tulum, the US State Department travel advisory is at Level 2, or “exercise increased caution,” (as opposed to six other states in Mexico, where the advisory is Level 4, which is “Do not travel” ...

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Where do Celebrities Stay in Tulum? A few celebrities, such as Paris Hilton, Kristen Cavallari, and Drew Barrymore, have been spotted in Tulum at Habitas, Azulik, and Amansala Resort & Spa.

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In general, cartels do not target tourists and the authorities have a huge incentive to keep visitors as safe as possible so that they keep coming back to the area. However, when it comes to steering clear of crime, your safety in Tulum will largely depend on what you do and where you go.

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Both destinations are relatively safe for tourists. The State Department lists the Quintana Roo State, where Tulum is located, and the Baja California Sur State, where Cabo is, with a Level 2 advisory. As this warning level merely advises travelers to exercise increased caution, travel to both is very much open.

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Stay away from drugs and drug-related activities. But when violent crime does happen here, it's usually related to drugs. If you're traveling solo, avoid going to secluded places at night. Bicycling is pretty tempting when you're in Tulum, but avoid bicycling around at night. Take a taxi if you're alone.

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Tulum is in the hurricane belt. Even if there are no hurricane warnings during this time, it's the wet season and the weather is prone to daytime pours, though they often only last between a few minutes and a couple of hours.

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Hit the road: If it seems like it will rain for the entire day, the best thing you can do is get out of Tulum and explore. Take a tour or rent a car and visit the cities near you. 45-minutes north of Tulum you can find Playa del Carmen.

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While a lot can be seen in just a day or even in 36 hours in Tulum, I recommend a minimum of at least three days. These three days should be ideal for experiencing Tulum's vibrant culture, upscale nightlife, and most of the famous cenotes, ruins, and beaches.

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But at the same time it has become a major hub for drug distribution. As a tourist destination, Playa del Carmen in the resort area of Tulum is booming, but so too is cartel violence.

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The whole of Tulum is quite safe, especially around the sleepy town and main drag of beach. Since downtown Tulum is where most restaurants and shops are, it's generally the safest area you can be, especially if you're looking for a secure place to stay.

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Be cautious at night if you're traveling alone – Tulum isn't the most dangerous place at night, but in some places, it's not as well lit as it should be. Don't walk around alone late at night if you can avoid it — especially between the center of town and the beachfront hotel zone.

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For Americans, Mexico frequently gets portrayed as dangerous because of cartel violence or political corruption. However, Tulum is firmly a tourist-centric town and is considered one of the safer areas to visit, right up there with Carmen Del Playa — another Mayan Riviera beach town.

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The safest areas are definitely the ones near Tulum beach where the hotel zone is, or in the main town itself. Otherwise, if you're booking an Airbnb, make sure you double check the location as some of it can be pretty far out. Please refer to the section above for more details on safe areas in Tulum.

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Tulum's combination of beautiful beaches, rich history, vibrant culture, and unique attractions make it a must-visit destination in Mexico. Whether you're staying for 36 hours in Tulum or a week, there's plenty to see and do.

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