What part of Mexico is safest from hurricanes?

The bay, as well as the lush mountains that envelop it, provides an extra barrier of natural protection that makes Puerto Vallarta one of the safest places to visit on Mexico's gorgeous Pacific coastline during hurricane season, which typically runs from June through November.



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Where to go in Mexico during hurricane season? If you are planning on traveling to Mexico during the summer, consider a visit to Puerto Vallarta. Situated on the Pacific coast in Banderas Bay, it is sheltered by both the shape of the bay and the Sierra Madre mountains.

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Close to Venezuela, the Dutch islands of Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire lie outside the so-called hurricane belt. Trinidad and Tobago, St Vincent and the Grenadines and Grenada are also good bets.

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The weather in the Mayan Riviera can include tropical storms?? as they do occur here as they do in other tropical regions. But, the number of tropical cyclones that land here categorized as Hurricanes is very few. The Riviera Maya has only been hit by 2 hurricanes (category 5) in its lifetime.

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Tropical Storms and Hurricane Safety Puerto Vallarta is protected and not located directly on the open ocean, so its chances of being hit by a hurricane are relatively low. The last one that hit causing significant damage was Hurricane Kenna in 2002…18 years ago.

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The city in Mexico considered the safest with the lowest crime rate is Merida, located in Yucatan. It's also one of the most affordable cities in Mexico, making it a popular destination for retirees and expats. Merida's low crime rate makes it an excellent choice for visiting or living.

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Worst Time to Visit Cancun
  • If you're seeking perfect weather, the worst time to visit Cancun is in September and October. ...
  • If you're seeking cheap prices, the worst time to visit Cancun is December to April. ...
  • If you're seeking smaller crowds, the worst time to visit Cancun is mid-March to April.


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Hurricanes occur very often in Mexico. On average, they happen about 25 times a year. However, hurricanes often do not make landfall in Mexico, but turn northward beforehand. The remnants then cause gusts of wind and rain on land.

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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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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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When travelers think of safe islands to visit during hurricane season, the “ABC Islands” of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao often come to mind. Of the three, Aruba is the best option for points travelers.

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