Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Playa del Carmen in March
Playa del Carmen sees its driest month, with just 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain, highs of 81°F (27°C) and lows of 75°F (24°C).
At 94/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (42 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Even at night it stays warm, around 75°F (24°C).
About 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's March.
Plan around March
March is one of Playa del Carmen's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 88/100 in February to 94/100.
- March sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Playa del Carmen in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Ultramar Ferry to Cozumel
45-minute ferry to Cozumel for reef snorkeling and dive trips.
Why now March scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playa Mamitas
Lively beach with beach clubs north of the center.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
La Cueva del Chango
Garden restaurant serving Mexican breakfasts since 1997.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
El Fogón
Taquería famous for al pastor tacos off the spit.
Punta Esmeralda
Local beach where a cenote spring meets the sea, with calm water.
Nearby in March
- Tulum in March~38 mi · highs 84°F, 1.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Bacalar in March~160 mi · highs 85°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain. March is inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
How hot is Playa del Carmen in March?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Playa del Carmen in March?
Not much: about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.5 in (1282 mm).
What should I pack for Playa del Carmen in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Playa del Carmen
Routes in season in March
- Tulum & Riviera Maya Dec – Apr
Planning Playa del Carmen in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.