01Weather
Cancún weather in July
Afternoons in July average 32.1 °C (90 °F) and nights cool to 25.2 °C (77 °F). Compared with June it is 0.9 °C warmer; August is 0.1 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical July | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 33 °C / 91 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 31 °C / 88 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 23 °C / 73 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 30.1 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Hottest / coldest July day 2016–2025 | 34.1 °C / 22.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 July | 06:09 | 19:33 | 13.4 h |
| 15 July | 06:14 | 19:32 | 13.3 h |
| 31 July | 06:20 | 19:26 | 13.1 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 18 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Cancun).
03Crowds
How busy Cancún is in July
busy The main sights are busy in July. What drives it:
- summer school holidays
- hot and humid
- Mexican summer travel
04Public holidays
Public holidays in July 2027
No public holidays in Mexico fall in July, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Cancún in July
No major recurring events fall in July.
07Packing
What to pack for Cancún in July
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- something for heat: 30 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
July is hot and humid, with afternoons around 33 °C, summer school holidays bringing families from the US and Mexico and the whale shark season at its best off Isla Mujeres. Rain falls in short afternoon bursts, on about nine days. Sargassum remains variable. Hurricanes are possible but less likely than later in the season. The sea is around 29 °C. Resort rates rise for the family season.
The Mexican school holidays run from early July to late August. The cenotes and the Xcaret and Xel-Há parks are the family circuit. The Cozumel reefs are at their warmest. Daylight lasts until after seven. For the peak of heat and humidity with the lowest rates, see August.
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 July? See the best time to visit Cancún.
10Elsewhere
July in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Miami in July | 33 °C | 14 |
| Orlando in July | 33 °C | 13 |
| New York City in July | 31 °C | 8 |
| Toronto in July | 28 °C | 7 |
| Las Vegas in July | 41 °C | 0 |
| Los Angeles in July | 25 °C | 0 |
11FAQ
Cancún in July: your questions
Is July a good time to visit Cancún?
July is a good month to visit Cancún. Daytime highs average 32 °C (90 °F), and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Cancún in July?
Expect hot days around 32 °C (90 °F) and nights near 25 °C (77 °F). One July in ten brings afternoons above 33 °C, and one in ten stays below 31 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Cancún in July?
July in Cancún, by the 1991–2020 station normals.
What should I wear in Cancún in July?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Cancún crowded in July?
The main sights are busy in July. Main drivers: summer school holidays; hot and humid; Mexican summer travel.
What time does it get dark in Cancún in July?
Around the middle of July the sun sets at about 19:32 and rises at 06:14, giving 13.3 hours of daylight.