Mexico Cancún Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Cancún is very-high
Cancún Weather in February — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 29° / 21°
- Rainfall
- 60mm · 5 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Cancún in February averages a high of 29°C and low of 21°C with 60mm of rain over about 5 days. Same as January — T-shirt, shorts, swimwear. The driest month of the year. Reef-safe sunscreen mandatory.
February is very-high for Cancún.
February is statistically Cancún's driest month — only 5 rainy days, 60mm rainfall, and consistent 29°C highs. Honeymoon couples + couples vacation pinnacle: Le Blanc Spa Resort, Excellence Playa Mujeres, TRS Coral Hotel all run Valentine's Day packages with sunset candlelight dinners on the beach + spa couples treatments.
Whale shark season has not started yet (mid-May onwards), but Isla Mujeres + Cozumel + MUSA snorkeling at peak visibility (30m+). Chichén Itzá tours running flawlessly.
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Driest month + honeymoon Valentine's peak — best month of year for couples
February Weather at a Glance
February averages 84°F / 29°C highs and 70°F / 21°C lows with 5 rainy days and 60mm rainfall — driest month. Humidity 76%. UV 10. Sunshine 9 hours. Caribbean visibility 30m+ at MUSA + Cozumel. Sunset 18:10. Conditions virtually identical to January but slightly warmer + drier.
February Travel Advice
Valentine's Day weekend (Feb 13-15): book honeymoon resort packages 2-3 months ahead (Le Blanc, Excellence Playa Mujeres, TRS Coral most-booked). Pre-book Chichén Itzá + Isla Mujeres tours 1-2 weeks ahead. Cozumel diving: Palancar Reef + Columbia Reef peak conditions — 2 weeks ahead for PADI dive shop bookings.
Flying In from Overseas
Continued winter escape peak from all Northern Hemisphere markets. Direct flights from NYC $350-550, Toronto $450-700, London $550-900, Madrid $650-1,000. Korean Lunar New Year week sees small inbound spike from Asian visitors traveling via LAX (rare destination for Asia outbound).
February Pricing Trends
Peak pricing continues: Hotel Zone all-inclusive 4-star $250-500/night per couple, Le Blanc + Hyatt Ziva $500-900, Ritz-Carlton + Nizuc $700-1,500. Valentine's weekend +$50-150 surcharge for couples packages.
Cancún February Weather Stats
Avg High
29°C
Avg Low
21°C
Rainy Days
5
60mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
76%
humid
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
15 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
26°C
swimming-warm
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
31°C
Nighttime
22°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
15 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Driest month of year
- Honeymoon Valentine's packages
- Best snorkel visibility 30m+
- Adult-only resorts at peak programming
Cons
- Hotel pricing identical to January (peak)
- Valentine's Day surcharge weekend
February Events & Festivals
- Driest month of year
- Valentine's Day (resort packages, candlelight dinners)
- Carnaval Mérida (Yucatán, late Feb)
Cancún in February — Full Picture
February is statistically Cancún's driest month — only 5 rainy days, 60mm rainfall, and consistent 29°C highs. Honeymoon couples + couples vacation pinnacle: Le Blanc Spa Resort, Excellence Playa Mujeres, TRS Coral Hotel all run Valentine's Day packages with sunset candlelight dinners on the beach + spa couples treatments.
Whale shark season has not started yet (mid-May onwards), but Isla Mujeres + Cozumel + MUSA snorkeling at peak visibility (30m+). Chichén Itzá tours running flawlessly.
Hotel pricing remains at January peaks — book 8-12 weeks ahead.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as January — T-shirt, shorts, swimwear. The driest month of the year. Reef-safe sunscreen mandatory.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31.7°C
23°C
5.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
33°C
25°C
9.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
30.7°C
23.3°C
10.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current28.3°C
21°C
6.3/mo
Cancún Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 28° | 21° | 7d·100mm | 8h | 78% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 29° | 21° | 5d·60mm | 9h | 76% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 30° | 22° | 4d·50mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 32° | 23° | 4d·50mm | 10h | 75% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| 33° | 24° | 8d·130mm | 9h | 76% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 25° | 10d·150mm | 8h | 80% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 25° | 9d·130mm | 9h | 80% | 12 | Busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 25° | 10d·140mm | 9h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 25° | 12d·200mm | 7h | 81% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 23° | 12d·200mm | 7h | 80% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| November (Best) | 29° | 22° | 8d·100mm | 8h | 78% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| December (Best) | 28° | 21° | 7d·100mm | 7h | 78% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Cancún?
Cancún in February is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Cancún in February?
Cancún February averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C.
Does it rain much in Cancún in February?
Cancún February averages 60mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Cancún in February?
Same as January — T-shirt, shorts, swimwear. The driest month of the year. Reef-safe sunscreen mandatory.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Cancún in February?
Cancún February sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 18:10, with 11h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Cancún in February?
Cancún February air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Cancún in February?
In February, Cancún is great for Honeymoon resort stays, Valentine's beach dinner, Snorkel Isla Mujeres + MUSA.
Is February peak season in Cancún?
Cancún February crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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