Mexico Playa del Carmen Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Playa del Carmen is good
Playa del Carmen Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 29° / 22°
- Rainfall
- 100mm · 8 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Playa del Carmen in November averages a high of 29°C and low of 22°C with 100mm of rain over about 8 days. Warm and pleasant as the dry season returns — around 29°C/22°C (84°F/72°F). Light summer clothing, a swimsuit, a light layer for breezy evenings, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
November is good for Playa del Carmen.
November is one of the best-value months — the dry season returns, temperatures ease to around 29°C/22°C (84°F/72°F), rain drops off through the month, and the hurricane season winds down (officially ending Nov 30).
Sargassum is usually low again, so the beaches are cleaner than in summer, and the sea calms for swimming and diving. Crowds and prices sit in the shoulder-season range — busier than the wet-season low but well below the December-April peak. Early November centers on Day of the Dead (Nov 1-2), a vivid Mexican festival.
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Playa del Carmen November Weather Stats
Avg High
29°C
Avg Low
22°C
Rainy Days
8
100mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
comfortable
UV Index
8
Very high
Wind
17 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
28°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
9 μg/m³
PM10
18 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
17 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Dry season returns — improving weather
- Low sargassum, cleaner beaches
- Shoulder-season value before December
- Day of the Dead festival (Nov 1-2)
Cons
- Some early-month rain possible
- Tail end of hurricane season
- Prices climbing toward December
- Humidity still moderate
November Events & Festivals
- Dry season returns — weather improving, hurricane season ends late month
- Sargassum usually low — cleaner beaches
- Day of the Dead (Nov 1-2) — major cultural festival
- Shoulder-season value before the December peak
Playa del Carmen in November — Full Picture
November is one of the best-value months — the dry season returns, temperatures ease to around 29°C/22°C (84°F/72°F), rain drops off through the month, and the hurricane season winds down (officially ending Nov 30).
Sargassum is usually low again, so the beaches are cleaner than in summer, and the sea calms for swimming and diving. Crowds and prices sit in the shoulder-season range — busier than the wet-season low but well below the December-April peak. Early November centers on Day of the Dead (Nov 1-2), a vivid Mexican festival.
It's a smart window: good weather, fair prices, manageable crowds, and the full menu of beaches, cenotes, Cozumel, and ruins back in comfortable conditions.
Note: there can still be some early-month rain and the odd late-season storm, so keep some flexibility, but conditions improve steadily toward the dry-season standard.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm and pleasant as the dry season returns — around 29°C/22°C (84°F/72°F). Light summer clothing, a swimsuit, a light layer for breezy evenings, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
30.7°C
22°C
5.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
32.7°C
24°C
10/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current30.7°C
23°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
28°C
20.3°C
6.3/mo
Playa del Carmen Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 28° | 20° | 7d·95mm | 7.5h | 78% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 28° | 20° | 5d·60mm | 8h | 76% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 29° | 21° | 4d·50mm | 8.5h | 75% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 22° | 4d·50mm | 9h | 74% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 23° | 8d·105mm | 8.5h | 76% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 24° | 11d·165mm | 7.5h | 78% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 33° | 24° | 9d·110mm | 8.5h | 76% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 24° | 10d·130mm | 8h | 77% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 24° | 12d·175mm | 6.5h | 80% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 23° | 11d·155mm | 7h | 79% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 29° | 22° | 8d·100mm | 7h | 78% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 28° | 21° | 7d·100mm | 7h | 79% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
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Playa del Carmen November Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
Playa del Carmen in November is good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Playa del Carmen in November?
Playa del Carmen November averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C.
Does it rain much in Playa del Carmen in November?
Playa del Carmen November averages 100mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Playa del Carmen in November?
Warm and pleasant as the dry season returns — around 29°C/22°C (84°F/72°F). Light summer clothing, a swimsuit, a light layer for breezy evenings, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Playa del Carmen in November?
Playa del Carmen November sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 17:40, with 11h 10min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Playa del Carmen in November?
Playa del Carmen November air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 9μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Playa del Carmen in November?
In November, Playa del Carmen is great for Beach and beach-club days, Cenote tours, Cozumel diving and snorkeling.
Is November peak season in Playa del Carmen?
Playa del Carmen November crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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