Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Tulum in October
The year's rain peaks now, with about 8.2 in (208 mm) falling in Tulum, alongside highs near 83°F (29°C) and lows of 76°F (25°C).
With a comfort score of 53/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 8.2 in (208 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 53/100 · Fair
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (29°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 76°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 86%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 8.2 in (208 mm) across the month.
Plan around October
October is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, August – October.
- Comfort holds steady from September (51 → 53/100).
- Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics86% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tulum in October
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Batey Mojito & Guarapo Bar
Town bar making mojitos with fresh-pressed sugarcane juice and live music.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.2 in of rain.
Tulum Archaeological Zone
Maya walled city on a cliff above the Caribbean.
Taquería Honorio
Yucatecan breakfast tacos like cochinita pibil.
Why now Easy to slot in when October's rain moves in.
Hartwood
Wood-fired restaurant in the beach zone with a daily menu.
Gran Cenote
Clear cenote with caverns for snorkeling and turtles.
Nearby in October
- Playa del Carmen in October~38 mi · highs 83°F, 8.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Bacalar in October~122 mi · highs 84°F, 8.7 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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Tulum?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 53/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are January – April. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 8.2 in (208 mm) of rain. Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tulum in October?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 76°F (25°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in October?
Yes: about 8.2 in (208 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1293 mm).
What should I pack for Tulum in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (86% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Tulum in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.