Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Playa del Carmen in February
Little changes in Playa del Carmen from January: highs stay near 80°F (27°C), lows near 74°F (24°C), and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls.
February opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 88/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What February feels like
Highs settle around 80°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 74°F (24°C).
With 76% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (47 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February is one of Playa del Carmen's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: February – April.
- Comfort improves from 84/100 in January to 88/100.
- February sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°F
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Playa del Carmen in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Punta Esmeralda
Local beach where a cenote spring meets the sea, with calm water.
Why now February scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Xcaret
Eco-park with underground rivers, animals and an evening show of Mexican history.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Coco Bongo
Big nightclub-show venue with acrobatics and live music.
Akumal Bay
Bay known for snorkeling with green sea turtles.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Quinta Avenida
Pedestrian street with shops, restaurants and bars running parallel to the beach.
Nearby in February
- Tulum in February~38 mi · highs 82°F, 1.6 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Bacalar in February~160 mi · highs 83°F, 1.6 in rain · 2°C (3°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain. February is inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
How hot is Playa del Carmen in February?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 74°F (24°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Playa del Carmen in February?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.5 in (1282 mm).
What should I pack for Playa del Carmen in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°F), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Playa del Carmen
Routes in season in February
- Tulum & Riviera Maya Dec – Apr
Planning Playa del Carmen in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.