End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Playa del Carmen in April
Playa del Carmen edges warmer than March, with highs of 83°F (28°C), lows of 77°F (25°C) and about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain.
At 89/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (42 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 36%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 77°F (25°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is moderate at about 1.7 in (42 mm) for the month.
Plan around April
April is one of Playa del Carmen's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 75/100.
- Humidity season begins: 75% on average, up from 74% in March.
- Comfort slips from 94/100 in March to 89/100.
- April sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Playa del Carmen in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Akumal Bay
Bay known for snorkeling with green sea turtles.
Why now April scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Quinta Avenida
Pedestrian street with shops, restaurants and bars running parallel to the beach.
Why now Highs near 83°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Xcaret
Eco-park with underground rivers, animals and an evening show of Mexican history.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Coco Bongo
Big nightclub-show venue with acrobatics and live music.
Ultramar Ferry to Cozumel
45-minute ferry to Cozumel for reef snorkeling and dive trips.
Nearby in April
- Tulum in April~38 mi · highs 86°F, 1.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Bacalar in April~160 mi · highs 87°F, 1.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Playa del Carmen in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain. April is inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
How hot is Playa del Carmen in April?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Playa del Carmen in April?
Not much: about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.5 in (1282 mm).
What should I pack for Playa del Carmen in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Playa del Carmen
Routes in season in April
- Tulum & Riviera Maya Dec – Apr
Planning Playa del Carmen in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.