Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Tulum in March
Little changes in Tulum from February: highs stay near 84°F (29°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), and about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls.
At 89/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 84°F (29°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Even at night it stays warm, around 73°F (23°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.6 in (41 mm) for the month.
Plan around March
March is one of Tulum's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 86/100 in February to 89/100.
- March sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 84°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tulum in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Playa Paraíso
White-sand beach just south of the ruins.
Why now March scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cobá
Maya city in the jungle with a big pyramid and bike paths.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 1.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Community Tours Sian Ka'an
Mayan community-run tours floating through ancient canals at Muyil.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Cenote Dos Ojos
Connected cenotes famous for snorkeling and cave diving.
Hartwood
Wood-fired restaurant in the beach zone with a daily menu.
Nearby in March
- Playa del Carmen in March~38 mi · highs 81°F, 1.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bacalar in March~122 mi · highs 85°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Tulum?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain. March is inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
How hot is Tulum in March?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in March?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1293 mm).
What should I pack for Tulum in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 84°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in March
- Tulum & Riviera Maya Dec – Apr
Planning Tulum in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.