Cancún in October
October in Cancún brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 74°F and about 15 rainy days. The sun sets around 6:23 pm. The sea is about 84°F (29°C). It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter.
Photo: Luka Peternel, CC BY-SA 4.0
What October is good for in Cancún
Each activity rated for October's weather and sea.
SnorkelingGood in October
Scuba divingGood in October
Cooking classesAny month
Boat toursFair in October
Catamaran toursFair in October
Sunset cruisesFair in October
Zipline toursOff season in October
Day tripsOff season in October
ATV toursOff season in October
Food toursOff season in October
Private toursOff season in October
Helicopter toursOff season in October
October next to September and November
| Month | September | October | November |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 92°F (33°C) | 89°F (32°C) | 86°F (30°C) |
| Low | 75°F (24°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 71°F (22°C) |
| Rainy days | 14 | 15 | 9 |
| Sea | 85°F | 84°F | 83°F |
| Sunset | 6:51 pm | 6:23 pm | 6:06 pm |
| Daylight | 12 h 17 min | 11 h 40 min | 11 h 08 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 October a good time to visit Cancún?
It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter. The most comfortable months overall are January, February, March and December.
How hot is Cancún in October?
Average highs are about 89°F (32°C) and lows about 74°F (23°C).
Does it rain much in Cancún in October?
October averages 15 rainy days, against 15 in the wettest month.
How warm is the sea in Cancún in October?
About 84°F (29°C). Warm enough for long swims and snorkeling.
