Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Tulum in July
Little changes in Tulum from June: highs stay near 85°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), and about 4.6 in (116 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 4.6 in (116 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What July feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 78°F (26°C).
With 83% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.6 in (116 mm).
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are January – April.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in June to 64/100.
- Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tulum in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hartwood
Wood-fired restaurant in the beach zone with a daily menu.
Why now July scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Community Tours Sian Ka'an
Mayan community-run tours floating through ancient canals at Muyil.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 4.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cenote Dos Ojos
Connected cenotes famous for snorkeling and cave diving.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Gran Cenote
Clear cenote with caverns for snorkeling and turtles.
Cobá
Maya city in the jungle with a big pyramid and bike paths.
Nearby in July
- Playa del Carmen in July~38 mi · highs 85°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Bacalar in July~122 mi · highs 85°F, 4.7 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Tulum?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are January – April, at up to 89. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 4.6 in (116 mm) of rain. Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tulum in July?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 78°F (26°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in July?
Some: about 4.6 in (116 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1293 mm).
What should I pack for Tulum in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Tulum in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.