October · Mexico
Best time to visit Cancun in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cancun in October
Average temperature 28°C, 177 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
7.2/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 177 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Cancun scores 7.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 177 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cancún’s Caribbean shores and reef excursions shine in the dry winter months from January through March.
October holds up well in Cancun — 9th best month
Days in October average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 81% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
177 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.2/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Cancun — 2.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cancun in October?
- In October, Cancun averages 28°C, 177 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.2/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Cancun?
- October earns a 7.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cancun in October?
- Expect about 177 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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