Monthly climate guide
Cancún weather in March
With highs near 28°C (83°F) and lows around 23°C (74°F), March feels hot in Cancún. Rainfall averages about 39 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as February and 2°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 65% less rain than Cancún's average.
- It's humid — around 73% — so the heat feels heavier.
- March sits in Cancún's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
28°C
83°F
Avg low
23°C
74°F
Rainfall
39 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
37%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Cancún weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 80°F | 22°C / 72°F | 82 mm | 77% | 54% |
| February | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 73°F | 47 mm | 76% | 39% |
| March | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 74°F | 39 mm | 73% | 37% |
| April | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 76°F | 39 mm | 73% | 35% |
| May | 30°C / 87°F | 26°C / 78°F | 90 mm | 75% | 43% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 26°C / 79°F | 218 mm | 83% | 61% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 80°F | 72 mm | 81% | 49% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 27°C / 80°F | 123 mm | 81% | 55% |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 80°F | 176 mm | 83% | 59% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 78°F | 253 mm | 83% | 59% |
| November | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 75°F | 135 mm | 80% | 51% |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 74°F | 76 mm | 79% | 48% |
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Sunglasses
Is March a good time to visit Cancún?
Our Cancún guide recommends: December to April, in the dry season and outside the June–November hurricane season.
Chichén Itzá and Tulum are both feasible day trips from Cancún — book an early departure to avoid the worst of the midday heat and crowds.
Best time to visit Cancún →Other Mexico cities in March
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Cancún in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Cancún?
Yes. March is one of the best months for Cancún, with highs around 28°C and about 39 mm of rain.
How warm is Cancún in March?
Average highs are about 28°C (83°F) and average lows about 23°C (74°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Cancún in March?
Cancún typically gets around 39 mm of rain in March — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Cancún?
December to April, in the dry season and outside the June–November hurricane season.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Cancún (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.