End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Tulum in November
Tulum edges cooler than October, with highs of 81°F (27°C), lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 4.4 in (111 mm) of rain.
It scores 73/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 4.4 in (111 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What November feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 73°F (23°C).
With 83% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.4 in (111 mm).
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (January – April).
- Comfort improves from 53/100 in October to 73/100.
- Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tulum in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Playa Paraíso
White-sand beach just south of the ruins.
Why now November scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cenote Dos Ojos
Connected cenotes famous for snorkeling and cave diving.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 4.4 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.
Cobá
Maya city in the jungle with a big pyramid and bike paths.
Tulum Archaeological Zone
Maya walled city on a cliff above the Caribbean.
Nearby in November
- Playa del Carmen in November~38 mi · highs 81°F, 5.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Bacalar in November~122 mi · highs 82°F, 5.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Tulum?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 73/100 against a best of 89 in January – April. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 4.4 in (111 mm) of rain. Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tulum in November?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in November?
Some: about 4.4 in (111 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1293 mm).
What should I pack for Tulum in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Tulum in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.