Cancun Weather in February

Aerial view of Cancun resorts between the Caribbean Sea and lagoon

Cancun weather in February marks the time of year when temperatures start to rise after the very brief winter.

In most of the US and especially Canada temperatures are chilly, yet in Cancun you’ll find most days in the 80s, about 7 days of rain, and zero days of snow!

Average Stats for February Weather in Cancun

February weather measureImperial / primary figureMetric equivalent
Average high86.2°F30.1°C
Average low69.1°F20.6°C
Average temperature77.7°F25.4°C
Monthly rainfall2.33 in59.3 mm
Days with rainabout 7—
Days with a high above 80°Fabout 24—
Days with a high above 90°Fabout 6—
Average relative humidity*75%—
Average wind speed at 10 metres*7.9 mph12.6 km/h

Figures use the 1991–2020 SMN normal for Cancún station 23155; days above 80°F and 90°F are derived from its daily February highs.

* Humidity and 10-metre wind are NASA POWER / MERRA-2 modelled estimates for the same place and period.

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Temperature in Cancun During February

Average high temperatures during February are a pleasant 86.2 degrees with average lows around 69.1F – with these low temperatures being experienced mostly around sunrise.

Of the 28 days of February about 24 will deliver temperatures in excess of 80 degrees, with about 6 days rising above 90F.

Cancun is still at risk from those north fronts that travel down from the North American continent and make for cool temperatures but their frequency reduces compared to in December and January.

Rain and Humidity in Cancun During February

February, somewhat surprisingly, is the third driest month of the year in Cancun with 2.33 inches (5.9 cm) of rain falling over about 7 rainy days. Those 7 rainy days are unlikely to occur consecutively so your whole vacation is unlikely to be wiped out by rain.

The temperature of your hotel pool at this time of year can be a little cold, in fact you’ll experience higher water temperatures in the Ocean so it’s a great time of year to explore Cancun’s water sports activities.

Average relative humidity is about 75% and average wind speed is around 7.9mph (12.6 km/h). For sure, February is likely to be much more pleasant that it is back home.

February in Cancun

Cancun in February is normally a busy month, Canadians still make up the bulk of tourists at this time of year and as February draws to a close some Canadian universities have their Spring Break and the first Cancun Spring Break tourists of the year hit Cancun. Cancun hotel prices in February are often at their peak and stay that way until Mid April when prices reduce.

Because February is a busy time with hotel occupancy often reaching 90% this means that some tours and activities may be full if not booked beforehand.

Particularly popular tours that have limited capacity and fill quickly include Cancun Dolphin Swims and Isla Mujeres Catamaran tours . Make sure you book ahead for these to avoid disappointment.

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