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Is Thanksgiving a good time to go to Cancun?

Thanksgiving falls on Cancun's peak tourist season, so expect plenty of other people to have exactly the same escape plan! November to April is typically the busiest time to visit, which just so happens to fall on ol' Thanksgiving. So, while it's a great time to get away, you may be queueing for things for longer.



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The temperature is around 80 to 85°F during the day, and it gets cooler at night, without getting cold. The fresh sea breeze is a constant, making it a fantastic time of year to visit Mexico's Caribbean coast.

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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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Low Season: June to November During this time, Cancun gets far fewer international tourists. Beach areas are still busy with domestic tourists over the summer holidays, but around August-September, the crowds really thin out.

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Atlantic hurricane season in Cancun occurs between the start of June and the end of November. The highest risk of hurricanes is between September and October, as they become more frequent due to sea temperatures being at their hottest.

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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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In Mexico, Thanksgiving is considered a time to give thanks to God for your blessings and spend time with your loved ones. It is also common practice for guests at a Thanksgiving meal to each say a short prayer of gratitude before the meal commences.

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In Mexico, Thanksgiving is considered a time to give thanks to God for your blessings and spend time with your loved ones. It is also common practice for guests at a Thanksgiving meal to each say a short prayer of gratitude before the meal commences.

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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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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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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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September is the rainiest month of the year, expecting at least ten wet days with an average monthly rainfall of 270mm. Humidity levels are high due to cloud coverage, ranging from 58% to 98% throughout the wet season. Cancun weather in the winter is very pleasant with average highs of 28°C.

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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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Cancun is top on our list to experience a fabulous Thanksgiving getaway for families. Imagine you and your family relaxing in one of Mexico's favorite vacation spots while meditating on your blessings on this American holiday.

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Traditionally, Mexicans do not celebrate Thanksgiving, but in many of the destinations with large expat communities or tourism, you'll find restaurants preparing feasts and families and friends joining in borrowed traditions around dinner tables.

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Traditionally, Mexicans do not celebrate Thanksgiving, but in many of the destinations with large expat communities or tourism, you'll find restaurants preparing feasts and families and friends joining in borrowed traditions around dinner tables.

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Getting a great deal means visiting Cancun in the rainy summer season, with even better deals and discounts in September, October, and November, as these 3 months coincide with the hurricane season.

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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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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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Any storms that do form in November tend to be weaker for the same reasons they are somewhat rare. As fall progresses, solar energy shifts from the Northern Hemisphere to the Southern Hemisphere and more northerly latitudes rapidly cool down, Trepanier explains.

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