What to expect in Cancún in November
November is a strong choice for Cancún: 29° / 21°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Cancún weather in November
Typical conditions in Cancún during November, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 29°C 84°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 21°C 70°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 30/100 |
| Total rainfall | 132 mm5.2 in |
| Rainy days | 12 |
| Sea temperature | 28°C 82°F |
| Daylight | 11 h 8 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 29°C with lows near 21°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Cancún — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 29°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 21°C.
What it costs
Costs in November sit around the yearly average for Cancún — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 39% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Day of the Dead while you’re there.
- Day of the Dead — Altars and marigolds honor ancestors across the Yucatán region.
Cancún in November compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 32° / 24° | Low | $ | 61 |
| October | 31° / 23° | Moderate | $ | 60 |
| November · This month | 29° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| December | 28° / 20° | High | $$$ | 50 |
| January | 28° / 20° | High | $$$ | 48 |
These months score higher for Cancún on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
