October · Mexico
Best time to visit Tulum in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tulum in October
Average temperature 27°C, 160 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
7.1/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 160 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Tulum scores 7.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 160 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cliff ruins and cenote swims peak in the dry winter months of January through March.
October in Tulum: strong conditions, 11th of 12
October averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 85%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
At 160 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 7.1/10 here, 11th 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? May scores 2.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tulum in October?
- In October, Tulum averages 27°C, 160 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Tulum?
- October earns a 7.1/10 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 October?
- Expect about 160 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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