March · Mexico
Best time to visit Tulum in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tulum in March
Average temperature 27°C, 46 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.5/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Tulum scores 9.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 27°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cliff ruins and cenote swims peak in the dry winter months of January through March.
March ranks 2nd of 12 for Tulum — one of the best windows
Days in March average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 73% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 46 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Tulum at 9.5/10 (2nd of 12), just behind May at 9.6/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tulum in March?
- In March, Tulum averages 27°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Tulum?
- March earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tulum in March?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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