March 12 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Cancún. With minimal rain risk (9%) and pleasant highs of 27°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Cancún is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Cancún
Currency
MXN
$ Mexican peso
Language
Spanish
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Travel Precautions
GPI: 2.612
Cancún Weather Forecast for March 12
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27.3°C. 9% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Cancún in March
Based on historical data for March 12, Cancún typically experiences temperatures between 22.9°C and 27.3°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (9% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Cancún
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
27.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
22.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
29.6°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
9%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
41%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1016.1 hPa
Low volatility
Cancún Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 99% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
07:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21.8°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
29.6°C
Feels hotter
😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Mexico
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~293
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Cancún
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:00
☀️ Noon
12:58
🌇 Sunset
18:57
⏱️ Daylight
11h 56m
Wind Speed
20.8 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
10.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Cancún
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Cancún on March 12 averages 27.3°C with a 9% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Cancún Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Cancún Worth Visiting on March 12?
Planning a trip to Cancún on March 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27.3°C with a 9% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 293 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 9 vaccinations are recommended for Mexico, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 26.7°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.13m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.4°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 20.7°C in 2017.