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Playa del Carmen in April
Playa del Carmen weather in April - Mexico
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Playa del Carmen Weather in April

Plan your April trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 29°C (high) to 24°C (low), with 11% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. The Coastal Waters averages 28°C in April. Great conditions with only 0 rainy days expected.

Avg High
29°C

Hottest around day 28

Avg Low
24°C

Coolest around day 10

Rainy Days
0days

11% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in April

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

27.8°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel
🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating
✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Coastal Waters

Ocean

Playa del Carmen coastline

Playa del Carmen April Weather Calendar

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Day 1
clear-day
Sunny
28°C4%
Day 2
clear-day
Sunny
29°C3%
Day 3
clear-day
Sunny
29°C4%
Day 4
clear-day
Sunny
29°C4%
Day 5
clear-day
Sunny
29°C4%
Day 6
clear-day
Sunny
29°C8%
Day 7
clear-day
Sunny
29°C9%
Day 8
clear-day
Sunny
29°C10%
Day 9
clear-day
Sunny
29°C10%
Day 10
clear-day
Sunny
29°C12%
Day 11
clear-day
Sunny
29°C12%
Day 12
clear-day
Sunny
29°C13%
Day 13
clear-day
Sunny
29°C14%
Day 14
clear-day
Sunny
29°C17%
Day 15
clear-day
Sunny
29°C15%
Day 16
clear-day
Sunny
29°C14%
Day 17
clear-day
Sunny
29°C14%
Day 18
clear-day
Sunny
29°C12%
Day 19
clear-day
Sunny
29°C12%
Day 20
clear-day
Sunny
29°C10%
Day 21
clear-day
Sunny
29°C8%
Day 22
clear-day
Sunny
29°C6%
Day 23
clear-day
Sunny
29°C7%
Day 24
clear-day
Sunny
29°C8%
Day 25
clear-day
Sunny
29°C10%
Day 26
clear-day
Sunny
29°C13%
Day 27
clear-day
Sunny
29°C16%
Day 28
clear-day
Sunny
29°C16%
Day 29
clear-day
Sunny
29°C15%
Day 30
clear-day
Sunny
29°C15%

Essential Travel Info for Playa del Carmen

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Currency

MXN

$ Mexican peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.612

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate
58/ 100
Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

slots per day

Peak

Mar

Low

Sep

Monthly Traffic Distribution

259
Jan
265
Feb
283
Mar
242
Apr
240
May
254
Jun
249
Jul
227
Aug
189
Sep
193
Oct
268
Nov
243
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Mexico City Licenciado Benito Juarez (MEX)
Monterrey General Mariano Escobedo (MTY)
Toronto Pearson (YYZ)
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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Mexico.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Mexico.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Mexico. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Mexico.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Mexico take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasCampeche, Chiapas, and the southern part of Chihuahua stateRare in the states of Oaxaca, Sinaloa, Sonora, and TabascoNo malaria transmission along the U.S.–Mexico borderDrug resistanceNoneSpeciesP. vivax(100%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisCampeche, Chiapas, and the southern part of Chihuahua state: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is April a Good Time to Visit Playa del Carmen?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip
Short Answer

April perfect for Playa del Carmen's beaches - 27.8°C water temperature, 29°C days, minimal 11% rain. Book beachfront early as this is peak coastal season.

Decision Factors

Oppressive heat and humidity

28.8°C with 75% humidity - challenging conditions

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Warm tropical seas

27.8°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Peak tourist season

86% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Excellent dry conditions

Only 11% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

Good For

  • 🏖️
    Beach lovers

    27.8°C warm seas and 11% rain probability

  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
    Families with children

    Comfortable 28.8°C temperatures and low 11% rain risk

  • 🥾
    Outdoor enthusiasts

    Ideal hiking conditions: 28.8°C, 11% rain chance

  • 📸
    Photographers

    11.4h sunshine, 62% clear skies for golden hour shots

  • 🏛️
    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

Who Should Avoid

  • 💰
    Budget travelers

    Peak season means premium prices everywhere

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    75% humidity creates difficult conditions

  • 🌡️
    Heat-sensitive visitors

    33°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Playa del Carmen in April averages 29°C with 11% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Playa del Carmen in April

What are the temperatures in Playa del Carmen in April?

Daytime highs average 29°C, nights drop to 24°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Playa del Carmen in April?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Playa del Carmen in April?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is April peak season in Playa del Carmen?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.