Is Thanksgiving good time to visit Cancun?

There are many reasons to celebrate Thanksgiving in Cancun. Many people consider November to be the best time of the year to visit Cancun. November marks the end of the hurricane season, no more high humidity, and warm, comfortable weather that varies from 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.



People Also Ask

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.

MORE DETAILS

The weather in Cancun in November is still comfortably hot. 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.

MORE DETAILS

Generally speaking, peak tourist season for Mexico runs from December to April. These dates coincide with the country's dry season and because Americans tend to flock to Mexico when they have time off from school or work—think Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, and Easter.

MORE DETAILS

The great weather in Cancun in November will make for an amazing vacation that isn't overcrowded with tourists. The exception, however, is Thanksgiving week—many Americans plan Cancun trips for this holiday, causing crowds and prices to reach a peak.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

Cancun High Season Weather-wise, the best time to travel to Cancun is from November to March. This is during the dry season, when you'll see very little (if any) rain, low humidity, and few mosquitoes. This is also the high or busy season in Cancun, when the most people will be visiting.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

There is more inventory available and hotels are competing to draw in guests. Even though it's a bit easier, don't just expect to find a deal. Christmas, Thanksgiving and especially New Year's Eve are some of the busiest times for hotel.

MORE DETAILS

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.)

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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. September is the rainiest month of the year, expecting at least ten wet days with an average monthly rainfall of 270mm.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

During these months, you can expect relatively consistent good weather. Do make note that December to March is considered peak season in Cancun which means airfare and hotels are pricier.

MORE DETAILS

So how many days should you spend in Cancun? Our Tripadvisor community recommends a three- to five-day vacation to enjoy most of what Cancun has to offer, and up to 10 days for the full experience. But even if you just have the weekend, here are some ideas on what you can do in Cancun.

MORE DETAILS