01Weather
Cancún weather in April
Afternoons in April average 30.0 °C (86 °F) and nights cool to 23.4 °C (74 °F). Compared with March it is 0.8 °C warmer; May is 1.1 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical April | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 32 °C / 90 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 28 °C / 82 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 19 °C / 66 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 20.7 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Hottest / coldest April day 2016–2025 | 37.1 °C / 15.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April | 06:40 | 19:02 | 12.4 h |
| 15 April | 06:28 | 19:06 | 12.6 h |
| 30 April | 06:17 | 19:11 | 12.9 h |
Daylight grows by about 30 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Cancun).
03Crowds
How busy Cancún is in April
busy The main sights are busy in April. What drives it:
- Semana Santa and Easter
- end of spring break
- sargassum season begins
04Public holidays
Public holidays in April 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 30 Apr 2027 | Labour Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Cancún in April
Every year in April
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Semana Santa | Holy Week, Mexican domestic peak | holiday |
07Packing
What to pack for Cancún in April
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- something for heat: 21 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
April is hot and dry, with afternoons around 31 °C, Semana Santa bringing the Mexican domestic peak around Easter with families from Mexico City filling the beaches, and the first sargassum arriving on east-facing beaches late in the month. After Easter, rates drop and crowds thin. It is still excellent weather for cenotes and ruins. Rain falls on about three days.
The sea warms to 28 °C. The Isla Mujeres and Holbox beaches, facing north and west, stay clear of seaweed. The Riviera Maya Film Festival falls in spring. Daylight passes twelve and a half hours. For the heat, the humidity and the first rains with low rates, see May.
09Compare
Cancún month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27 °C | 20 °C | – | – | very busy | Good |
| February | 28 °C | 21 °C | – | – | very busy | Good |
| March | 29 °C | 22 °C | – | – | very busy | Good |
| April | 30 °C | 23 °C | – | – | busy | Good |
| May | 31 °C | 25 °C | – | – | moderate | Good |
| June | 31 °C | 26 °C | – | – | moderate | Good |
| July | 32 °C | 25 °C | – | – | busy | Good |
| August | 32 °C | 25 °C | – | – | moderate | Good |
| September | 32 °C | 24 °C | – | – | quiet | Good |
| October | 30 °C | 24 °C | – | – | quiet | Good |
| November | 29 °C | 22 °C | – | – | busy | Excellent |
| December | 28 °C | 21 °C | – | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about April? See the best time to visit Cancún.
10Elsewhere
April in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Miami in April | 29 °C | 6 |
| Orlando in April | 29 °C | 4 |
| New York City in April | 16 °C | 8 |
| Toronto in April | 12 °C | 9 |
| Las Vegas in April | 27 °C | 0 |
| Los Angeles in April | 21 °C | 1 |
11FAQ
Cancún in April: your questions
Is April a good time to visit Cancún?
April is a good month to visit Cancún. Daytime highs average 30 °C (86 °F), and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Cancún in April?
Expect hot days around 30 °C (86 °F) and nights near 23 °C (74 °F). One April in ten brings afternoons above 32 °C, and one in ten stays below 28 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Cancún in April?
April in Cancún, by the 1991–2020 station normals.
What should I wear in Cancún in April?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Cancún crowded in April?
The main sights are busy in April. Main drivers: Semana Santa and Easter; end of spring break; sargassum season begins.
What time does it get dark in Cancún in April?
Around the middle of April the sun sets at about 19:06 and rises at 06:28, giving 12.6 hours of daylight.