Here’s what to know, from when to score hotel deals to avoiding the crowds.
Cancuns high season runs from November to April, when temperatures hover around 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
The weather is still hot and sunny, but the smothering humidity hasnt yet peaked.
Aerial view of a Cancun beach.Credit:Dan Thornberg / EyeEm / Getty Images
you might expect sunny skies, low humidity, and warm (but not too warm) temperatures.
This means you have a greater availability for accommodations and a more affordable entry point.
Traveling midweekparticularly Monday to Thursdayoften means better prices.
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September and October are also the rainiest months in Cancun.
Frequent downpours and high humidity levels are to be expected.
The risk of road closures due to washed-out streets is also greater.
The Cancun Lighthouse.Gautier Houba/Travel + Leisure
In fact, some resorts take advantage of this low season by closing to address annual maintenance needs.
Large resorts along the coast of Cancun.Gautier Houba/Travel + Leisure
Downtown area of Cancun.Gautier Houba/Travel + Leisure