Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Tulum in April
Tulum edges warmer than March, with highs of 86°F (30°C), lows of 75°F (24°C) and about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain.
At 84/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 36%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What April feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 86°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 75°F (24°C).
About 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
Plan around April
April is one of Tulum's best months on the climate data.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: May brings 4.3 in (110 mm).
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 69/100.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in March to 84/100.
- April sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes86°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tulum in April
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Batey Mojito & Guarapo Bar
Town bar making mojitos with fresh-pressed sugarcane juice and live music.
Why now A break from 86°F afternoons.
Gran Cenote
Clear cenote with caverns for snorkeling and turtles.
Why now April scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Taquería Honorio
Yucatecan breakfast tacos like cochinita pibil.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Playa Paraíso
White-sand beach just south of the ruins.
Why now Highs near 86°F and 1.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cobá
Maya city in the jungle with a big pyramid and bike paths.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Playa del Carmen in April~38 mi · highs 83°F, 1.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bacalar in April~122 mi · highs 87°F, 1.5 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.
Tulum in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Tulum?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain. April is inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
How hot is Tulum in April?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in April?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1293 mm).
What should I pack for Tulum in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (86°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in April
- Tulum & Riviera Maya Dec – Apr
Planning Tulum in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.