Typical Weather in Cancun, Mexico in October
88° F Avg High
73° F Avg Low
11 Rainy Days
☀️ Temperature Summary
Highs in October are typically around 88°F, which is cooler than usual in Cancun. This temperature is still excellent if you're aiming to get away from the cold. You can expect overnight lows near 73°F most days. Daily high temperatures can range between 90°F and 86°F, and typically fall throughout the month.
Be ready to seek shade during the day, as mid-day temperatures can be dangerous if you're caught without a way to cool off. If you want to avoid the October heat, you may consider visiting in November instead, when highs are often closer to 85°.
High Temps Throughout the Year
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☔ Rain Summary
In October you can expect close to a 34% chance of rain for any given day. It rains more than usual in October, with total rainfall for the month typically near 9 inches. If you want to avoid the wet conditions in October, you may consider visiting in November instead, when rainfall chances can be closer to 22%.
Rainfall Throughout the Year
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