Mexico (Yucatán) · April
Best travel monthTravel seasonMexico · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 30° (86°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)23– (73–)36 (97) | 34° (93°)26– (79–)38 (100) | 36° (97°)27– (81–)40 (104) | 37° (99°)30– (86–)40 (104) | 35° (95°)28– (82–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)31– (88–)37 (99) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)37 (99) | 34° (93°)30– (86–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)35 (95) | 31° (88°)26– (79–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)34 (93) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 19° (66°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)23 (73) |
☀️Sunshine | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) |
🌧Rain Days | 3d43mm (1.7") | 2d40mm (1.6") | 2d25mm (1.0") | 2d38mm (1.5") | 4d87mm (3.4") | 12d229mm (9.0") | 10d151mm (6.0") | 12d192mm (7.5") | 12d213mm (8.4") | 8d163mm (6.4") | 5d66mm (2.6") | 3d36mm (1.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
April is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Yucatán) — with 10 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 36°C (97°F).
Daytime highs reach 36°C (97°F) with a daily average of 29°C (84°F) — nights stay warm at 23°C (73°F). Peaks reach around 40°C (104°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F). With 10 sunshine hours per day, April is one of the sunniest months — 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain over 2 days. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in April are ideal.
Dry, sunny and hot, with the sea as the only real relief. Ruins are best visited at dawn, and the midday hours belong to the pool or a cenote. In spring, sargassum seaweed can change the look of Caribbean beaches, while the Gulf side often stays clearer.
Packing list for Mexico (Yucatán) in April
- Airy linen or cotton clothing
- Light evening wear
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Mexico (Yucatán)?
- Yes — April is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Yucatán) (Climate Score: 91/100). High temperatures (36°C (97°F)), good sunshine (10 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Mexico (Yucatán) in April?
- In April, Mexico (Yucatán) sees daily highs of 36°C (97°F). Nights cool to 23°C (73°F), with a daily average of 29°C (84°F). Peaks reach around 40°C (104°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F).
- How much rain falls in Mexico (Yucatán) in April?
- In April, Mexico (Yucatán) receives an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Mexico (Yucatán) get in April?
- Mexico (Yucatán) averages 10 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mexico (Yucatán) in April?
- Water temperature in Mexico (Yucatán) in April averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
