What is the weather like in Playa del Carmen in July?

Expect temperatures between 26°C and 30°C with 35% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Playa del Carmen in July?

Playa del Carmen in July scores 50/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Playa del Carmen in July?

July in Playa del Carmen is ideal for: Business travelers.

Playa del Carmen Weather in July | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

30°C

Hottest around day 27

Avg Low

26°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

26days

35% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Summer season

Sea Temperature in July

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

29.7°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

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

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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Chicago O'Hare (ORD)

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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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is July a Good Time to Visit Playa del Carmen?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(50/100)

Short Answer

⚠️ July falls in Playa del Carmen's typhoon season. While daily weather averages 30°C with 35% rain, tropical storms can disrupt travel. Flexible bookings recommended.

Decision Factors

Atlantic Hurricane season active

Atlantic zone - expect potential atlantic hurricane activity

Oppressive heat and humidity

30.3°C with 82% humidity - challenging conditions

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Feels significantly hotter than 30.3°C

Heat index: 39°C due to 82% humidity

Warm tropical seas

29.7°C sea temperature - Hot Soup

Peak tourist season

88% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Good For

💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Families with children
39°C heat index dangerous for children
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Elderly travelers
Heat index of 39°C poses health risks
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Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Playa del Carmen in July averages 30°C with 35% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Playa del Carmen in July

What are the temperatures in Playa del Carmen in July?

Daytime highs average 30°C, nights drop to 26°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Playa del Carmen in July?

Expect around 26 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Playa del Carmen in July?

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

Is July peak season in Playa del Carmen?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Playa del Carmen Weather in July