Weather in Riviera Maya in November

How November compares

November is the 9th warmest month of the year in Riviera Maya. Within Mexico it is 3rd of 5 (Mexico in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Riviera Maya is 16.8°C warmer by day and 18.3°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Riviera Maya peaks at 27.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 28.8°C or more. About 93% of days top 25°C and 1 in 200 pass 30°C. Nights average 23.2°C; one night in ten drops to 20.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 31.0°C (2019-11-09) and the coldest night 16.8°C (2019-11-19).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 76 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2020 with 246 mm, the driest 2008 with 10 mm. Humidity averages 78%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 28.0°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.5°C to 28.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (29.2°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:58 and sets about 18:08 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 48%.

Is November a good time to visit Riviera Maya?

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

Warm enough for swimming, with humid afternoons

The warmth is dependable: 93% of days reach 25°C, making November suitable for travellers who want to spend plenty of time outdoors without needing the region's hottest weather. Humidity averages 78%, though, so the air can feel sticky even when the temperature looks manageable. Keep strenuous activity away from midday if heat bothers you, and choose loose, breathable clothing. The sea averages 28°C, making swimming a straightforward part of a holiday rather than something to brace yourself for. Evenings remain warm too, so you can generally keep dressing lightly after the sun goes down.

Allow for rain rather than writing off the month

Rain is the main compromise, with about 12 rainy days during November. That is enough to make a rigid schedule of outdoor plans a poor fit, but it does not mean every wet day is a washout. Expect about 5.8 hours of sunshine within 11 hours of daylight: there is scope for time in the sun, not a promise of clear skies throughout the day. Keep plans movable and bring a compact umbrella or lightweight waterproof that will not feel too stifling in the humidity. November suits travellers who can work around wet weather better than those whose holiday depends on consistently dry conditions.