Month guide · Playa del Carmen · Mexico
Playa del Carmen in February
What February is really like in Playa del Carmen: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Río Secreto, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Playa del Carmen. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 20°C (68°F), about 5 rainy days and roughly 11.4 hours of daylight. Dry and pleasant, with Carnival parades along the seafront in some years and high hotel demand.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 20°C (68°F)
- Rainy days
- About 5
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in Playa del Carmen: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 20°C (68°F). Rain falls on roughly 5 of its 28 days. Compared with January (28°C (82°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 07:18
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:47
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Late autumn (November). Calmer seas, easing rain, the jazz festival and moderate prices before the winter rush.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Carnival — parades and street parties (February or early March)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Theme park · South of Playa del Carmen
Xcaret
About 6 km south of town, Xcaret is a large eco-archaeological park with underground river swims, a coral-reef aquarium, butterfly and bird sanctuaries, a Maya village and a nightly show, 'Xcaret México Espectacular', on Mexican history and culture.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Iconic
- Nature
- After dark
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Theme park · South of Playa del Carmen
Xplor
Wear secure footwear and leave loose items in the lockers; minimum height rules apply for some activities.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Active
- Kids
- Nature
Nature · South of Playa del Carmen
Río Secreto
A partly flooded underground cave system just south of town, explored on guided tours with wetsuits, helmets and lights.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Nature
- Active
- Rainy day
- Kids
Nature · Puerto Aventuras area
Cenote Azul
Ask the colectivo driver to drop you at the entrance; go early before tour groups arrive.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Kids
- Active
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Playa del Carmen.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 20°C and 5 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
It is one of the best months to visit Playa del Carmen. Dry and pleasant, with Carnival parades along the seafront in some years and high hotel demand.
+How warm is Playa del Carmen in February?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 20°C (68°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Playa del Carmen in February?
Expect rain on about 5 days of the month.