September · Mexico
Best time to visit Playa del Carmen in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Playa del Carmen in September
Average temperature 29°C, 137 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
7.8/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 137 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Playa del Carmen scores 7.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 137 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Playa del Carmen strings beach clubs, cenotes and the ferry to Cozumel along the Riviera Maya.
September holds up well in Playa del Carmen — 7th best month
September averages 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 84%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 137 mm — wet for this destination — but about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.8/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? April scores 1.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Playa del Carmen in September?
- In September, Playa del Carmen averages 29°C, 137 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
- September earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Playa del Carmen in September?
- Expect about 137 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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