End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Playa del Carmen in November
Playa del Carmen edges cooler than October, with highs of 81°F (27°C), lows of 77°F (25°C) and about 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 74/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 5.1 in (129 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~11 h
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What November feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 77°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 79%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 5.1 in (129 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are February – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, September – November.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in October to 74/100.
- Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.1 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Playa del Carmen in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Punta Esmeralda
Local beach where a cenote spring meets the sea, with calm water.
Why now November scores 74/100 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 81°F and 5.1 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.
Akumal Bay
Bay known for snorkeling with green sea turtles.
Ultramar Ferry to Cozumel
45-minute ferry to Cozumel for reef snorkeling and dive trips.
Nearby in November
- Tulum in November~38 mi · highs 81°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Bacalar in November~160 mi · highs 82°F, 5.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
It's middling, scoring 74/100. The best months are February – April, at up to 94. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain. Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Playa del Carmen in November?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Playa del Carmen in November?
Yes: about 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.5 in (1282 mm).
What should I pack for Playa del Carmen in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.1 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Playa del Carmen in November?
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