MexicoThe weather in October in Playa del Carmen
It's hot in October in Playa del Carmen 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 22°C and 25°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Playa del Carmen. 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 Playa del Carmen, 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 37°C in 2023, Playa del Carmen 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 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Playa del Carmen is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 194 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in October for Playa del Carmen
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Playa del Carmen. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Playa del Carmen | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 194 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 21 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Playa del Carmen 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 24°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Playa del Carmen is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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.
The hurricane season in Playa del Carmen runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Playa del Carmen
Temperature in October in Playa del Carmen over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Playa del Carmen, 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 Playa del Carmen
Total precipitation in October in Playa del Carmen over the years
Daily UV index in October in Playa del Carmen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Playa del Carmen, 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 Playa del Carmen by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Playa del Carmen. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.