Cancún in April
April in Cancún brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 72°F and about 3 rainy days. The sun sets around 7:06 pm. The sea is about 81°F (27°C). It's a fair month: plan indoor backups.
Photo: Luka Peternel, CC BY-SA 4.0
What April is good for in Cancún
Each activity rated for April's weather and sea.
Great now SnorkelingGreat in April
Great now Scuba divingGreat in April
Great now Boat toursGreat in April
Great now Catamaran toursGreat in April
Great now Sunset cruisesGreat in April
Helicopter toursGood in April
Cooking classesAny month
Zipline toursFair in April
Day tripsFair in April
ATV toursFair in April
Food toursFair in April
Private toursFair in April
April next to March and May
| Month | March | April | May |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 87°F (31°C) | 90°F (32°C) | 92°F (33°C) |
| Low | 69°F (21°C) | 72°F (22°C) | 75°F (24°C) |
| Rainy days | 4 | 3 | 6 |
| Sea | 80°F | 81°F | 82°F |
| Sunset | 6:57 pm | 7:06 pm | 7:18 pm |
| Daylight | 12 h 01 min | 12 h 37 min | 13 h 09 min |
Averages for Cancún, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th. Cancún water temperature by month.
Tours in Cancún
Guided tour to Chichén Itzá from CANCÚN.From $24View 
Waverunner in Cancun without TransportationFrom $80View 
Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboatFrom $56View
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Questions
Is April a good time to visit Cancún?
It's a fair month: plan indoor backups. The most comfortable months overall are January, February, March and December.
How hot is Cancún in April?
Average highs are about 90°F (32°C) and lows about 72°F (22°C).
Does it rain much in Cancún in April?
April averages 3 rainy days, against 15 in the wettest month.
How warm is the sea in Cancún in April?
About 81°F (27°C). Warm enough for long swims and snorkeling.
