Weather in Cancun in November

How November compares

November is the 9th warmest month of the year in Cancun and ranks 37th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Mexico it is 5th of 5 (Mexico in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Cancun is 16.4°C warmer by day and 19.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Cancun peaks at 26.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 28.4°C or more. About 90% of days top 25°C and 1 in 500 pass 30°C. Nights average 23.9°C; one night in ten drops to 22.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 30.0°C (2019-11-01) and the coldest night 15.2°C (2019-11-19).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 81 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2013 with 197 mm, the driest 2012 with 14 mm. Humidity averages 76%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 27.6°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.1°C to 28.0°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (28.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:58 and sets about 18:06 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 48%.

Is November a good time to visit Cancun?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Cancun on our scoring are April, March, February; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Warm days, with little cooling after dark

Expect light summer clothing to do most of the work. Days reach 25°C on 90% of occasions, so warmth is a reliable part of the deal, even though November is not among Cancun's hottest months. London averages a daytime high of 10.4°C, making the change noticeable as soon as you arrive. Nights average around 24°C, so evenings offer limited relief rather than a cool finish to the day. With humidity at 76%, loose, breathable clothes are a sensible choice. Keep outdoor plans gentler around midday and make room for shade, especially while you adjust from the cooler weather at home.

Plan for rain, not a washout

November is wet enough that fixed outdoor plans carry a catch. About 12 days have measurable rain, so pack a light waterproof and leave room to move activities around. That figure does not mean those days are wet throughout, but it also gives no reason to promise brief showers. Average sunshine is about 5.7 hours within 11.0 hours of daylight: there is scope for time in the sun, just not a guarantee of clear skies. This month suits travellers who value warm air and sea more than uninterrupted sunshine. If rain would spoil the holiday for you, November is a less convincing choice.