MexicoThe weather in October in Cancún
It's hot in October in Cancún with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Cancún. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Cancún, Mexico. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2019, Cancún reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 182 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in October for Cancún
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cancún. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Cancún | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 182 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Cancún with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 31°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Cancún is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Cancún, Mexico. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Cancún
Temperature in October in Cancún over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Cancún, Mexico. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Cancún
Total precipitation in October in Cancún over the years
Daily UV index in October in Cancún
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Cancún, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Cancún by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cancún. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.