Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Tulum in February
Tulum sees its driest month, with just 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain, highs of 82°F (28°C) and lows of 72°F (22°C).
At 86/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What February feels like
Highs settle around 82°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 72°F (22°C).
About 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's February.
Plan around February
February is one of Tulum's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from January (85 → 86/100).
- February sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes82°F afternoons
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tulum in February
February is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Gran Cenote
Clear cenote with caverns for snorkeling and turtles.
Why now February scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Batey Mojito & Guarapo Bar
Town bar making mojitos with fresh-pressed sugarcane juice and live music.
Tulum Archaeological Zone
Maya walled city on a cliff above the Caribbean.
Hartwood
Wood-fired restaurant in the beach zone with a daily menu.
Why now Highs near 82°F and 1.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Taquería Honorio
Yucatecan breakfast tacos like cochinita pibil.
Nearby in February
- Playa del Carmen in February~38 mi · highs 80°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bacalar in February~122 mi · highs 83°F, 1.6 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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Tulum?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain. February is inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
How hot is Tulum in February?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in February?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1293 mm).
What should I pack for Tulum in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (82°F afternoons) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in February
- Tulum & Riviera Maya Dec – Apr
Planning Tulum in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.