Month guide · Tulum · Mexico
Tulum in September
What September is really like in Tulum: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Popo le Chien, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
September is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 14 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Peak hurricane risk and heavy showers; many hotels discount and some restaurants close.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 14
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 5th-warmest month in Tulum: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 14 of its 30 days. Compared with August (33°C (91°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:37
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:53
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Hurricane peak (August–October). Hottest weather, the highest rainfall and the greatest risk of tropical storms; low prices and some closures.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 1 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Tulum, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Historic site · Zona Hotelera Norte
Tulum archaeological site
Arrive at opening time, before tour buses from Cancún, and bring water and a hat; there is very little shade.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Views
- Photo spot
- Kids
Beach · Zona Hotelera Norte
Playa Paraíso
Just south of the ruins, this long stretch of fine white sand and shallow turquoise water is the classic Tulum beach, with palm trees, a few beach clubs and views north to El Castillo.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Kids
- Couples
- Outdoors
Nature · Cobá road
Gran Cenote
Go at opening time, shower before entering (required), and skip sunscreen to protect the water.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Nature
- Kids
- Active
- Photo spot
Street · Zona Hotelera Sur
Beach road and Zona Hotelera
The single-lane coastal road south of the junction is lined with thatched boutique hotels, design shops, juice bars and restaurants set among palms and jungle, with beach access between properties.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
- Couples
- After dark
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Tulum.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 24°C and 14 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Tulum?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, November–April are better overall. Compare every month.
Tulum in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Tulum?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Peak hurricane risk and heavy showers; many hotels discount and some restaurants close.
+How warm is Tulum in September?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Tulum in September?
Expect rain on about 14 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.