What to expect in Tulum in March
March is a strong choice for Tulum: 31° / 21°, with the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Tulum weather in March
Typical conditions in Tulum during March, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 31°C 88°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 21°C 70°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 45/100 |
| Sea temperature | 27°C 80°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 2 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 21°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Tulum — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 31°C make midday heat the main constraint.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Tulum. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 2% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Semana Santa while you’re there.
- Semana Santa — Easter week draws domestic vacationers to the Riviera Maya during Mexico's biggest spring travel period.
Tulum in March 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° / 19° | High | $$$ | 40 |
| February | 29° / 19° | High | $$$ | 40 |
| March · This month | 31° / 21° | High | $$$ | 39 |
| April | 32° / 22° | High | $$ | 44 |
| May | 33° / 23° | Moderate | $$ | 46 |
These months score higher for Tulum on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in March
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in March.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
