Month guide · Cozumel · Mexico
Cozumel in March
What March is really like in Cozumel: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Cozumel. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Dry, sunny and calm; spring break and Easter make it one of the busiest months.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in March
March is the 8th-warmest month in Cozumel: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 31 days. Compared with February (28°C (82°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs climb to around 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:57
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:58
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Dry season (December–April). Sunny days around 28–31 °C, calm seas and the best visibility, with high prices and busy cruise schedules.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 5 for crowds (the peak is February at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in February). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
- Spring break and Semana Santa (March or April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Historic site · Island interior
San Gervasio
Hire a guide at the entrance; the structures are modest, and the stories of the pilgrimages are the real interest.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Nature
- Off the beaten path
Museum · Centro and malecón
Museo de la Isla de Cozumel
The island museum on the malecón tells Cozumel's story from geology and coral reefs to Maya pilgrimages, the Spanish arrival and the modern era.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Kids
Landmark · Centro and malecón
Plaza del Sol
Come on a Sunday evening for the local atmosphere, then eat at the small restaurants just inland from the square.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- Kids
Historic site · Southwest interior
El Cedral
A small village inland from the southwest coast, regarded as the island's oldest settlement, with a simple church, a small Maya structure and craft stalls.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Free
- Off the beaten path
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Cozumel.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 21°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Cozumel?
One of the best months to visit Cozumel, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are April and December–February. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Cozumel?
It is one of the best months to visit Cozumel. Dry, sunny and calm; spring break and Easter make it one of the busiest months.
+How warm is Cozumel in March?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Cozumel in March?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.