01Weather
Cancún weather in October
Afternoons in October average 30.5 °C (87 °F) and nights cool to 23.5 °C (74 °F). Compared with September it is 1.1 °C cooler; November is 1.7 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical October | 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) | 29 °C / 84 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 21 °C / 70 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 24.8 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Hottest / coldest October day 2016–2025 | 36.0 °C / 16.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 October | 06:38 | 18:35 | 11.9 h |
| 15 October | 06:42 | 18:23 | 11.7 h |
| 31 October | 06:49 | 18:12 | 11.4 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 30 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Cancun), including the clock change on the last Sunday of October.
03Crowds
How busy Cancún is in October
quiet The main sights are quiet in October. What drives it:
- hurricane season tail
- rains ease late month
- Day of the Dead prep
04Public holidays
Public holidays in October 2027
No public holidays in Mexico fall in October, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Cancún in October
No major recurring events fall in October.
07Packing
What to pack for Cancún in October
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- something for heat: 25 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
October begins wet and ends with the first dry days, as hurricane risk declines through the month and the seaweed clears, with afternoons around 31 °C and rain on about twenty days. Rates stay low until the final week. It is a gamble on weather, but late October can be rewarding, with empty beaches and the Day of the Dead preparations, with altars and marigolds in the plazas.
The Xcaret Day of the Dead festival opens at the end of the month. The cenotes are full after the rains. The Hotel Zone is quiet on weekdays. Daylight shrinks from twelve hours to eleven and a half. For the best-value month with the dry season beginning, see November.
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 October? See the best time to visit Cancún.
10Elsewhere
October in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Miami in October | 31 °C | 11 |
| Orlando in October | 29 °C | 3 |
| New York City in October | 20 °C | 7 |
| Toronto in October | 16 °C | 10 |
| Las Vegas in October | 28 °C | 0 |
| Los Angeles in October | 25 °C | 0 |
11FAQ
Cancún in October: your questions
Is October a good time to visit Cancún?
October is a good month to visit Cancún. Daytime highs average 30 °C (87 °F), and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Cancún in October?
Expect hot days around 30 °C (87 °F) and nights near 24 °C (74 °F). One October in ten brings afternoons above 32 °C, and one in ten stays below 29 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Cancún in October?
October in Cancún, by the 1991–2020 station normals.
What should I wear in Cancún in October?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Cancún crowded in October?
The main sights are quiet in October. Main drivers: hurricane season tail; rains ease late month; Day of the Dead prep.
What time does it get dark in Cancún in October?
Around the middle of October the sun sets at about 18:23 and rises at 06:42, giving 11.7 hours of daylight.