Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Playa del Carmen in September
Little changes in Playa del Carmen from August: highs stay near 85°F (30°C), lows near 81°F (27°C), and about 6.7 in (170 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 56/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 81°F (27°C)
- Rain
- 6.7 in (170 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What September feels like
Days are warm, averaging 85°F (30°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 81°F (27°C).
Humidity averages 82%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.7 in (170 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around September
September is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – April.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (September – November), which brings about 20.6 in (523 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 64/100 in August to 56/100.
- Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.7 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 September
With 6.7 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
El Fogón
Taquería famous for al pastor tacos off the spit.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.7 in of rain.
Coco Bongo
Big nightclub-show venue with acrobatics and live music.
Why now Easy to slot in when September's rain moves in.
Akumal Bay
Bay known for snorkeling with green sea turtles.
La Cueva del Chango
Garden restaurant serving Mexican breakfasts since 1997.
Xcaret
Eco-park with underground rivers, animals and an evening show of Mexican history.
Nearby in September
- Tulum in September~38 mi · highs 85°F, 7.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Bacalar in September~160 mi · highs 86°F, 6.8 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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 56/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are February – April. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 6.7 in (170 mm) of rain. Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Playa del Carmen in September?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 81°F (27°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Playa del Carmen in September?
Yes: about 6.7 in (170 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.5 in (1282 mm).
What should I pack for Playa del Carmen in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.7 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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