Weather for Cancun in April is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +82°F during the day, and approximately 3 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 14 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in April around 32 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+59°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
32 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cancun has good weather in April.
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Average temperature in Cancun in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cancun for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +82°F with a maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +72°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +82°F.
Is Cancun warm or cold in April?
Cancun is typically warm in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +75°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Cancun:
Water temperature in Cancun in April
Water in Cancun in April is Warm. It varies from +78°F to +81°F, with an average of +80°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Cancun are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +78°F.
Can you swim in Cancun in April?
You can absolutely swim in Cancun in April, the water is warm (+80°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
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Climate in Cancun in April
Cancun weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+81°F
+82°F
+84°F
Min. temperature
+48°F
+59°F
+59°F
Max. temperature
+88°F
+90°F
+93°F
Rainfall
32 mm
32 mm
84 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+78°F
+80°F
+81°F
Humidity
75%
75%
77%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
3
3
2
Cloudy days
13
13
8
Rainy days
14
14
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as good as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +81°F to +82°F during the day.The rainfall amount in April stays the same as in the previous month with a 32 mm of total precipitation.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 75%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.
Next month (May) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Cancun in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Cancun is gradually increasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Cancun based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 17 mm, with a 20% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 6 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Cancun wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 87% chance of precipitation and 170 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 32 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Cancun?
This is the weather in Cancun in April 2023:
1 April
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+82°F
2 April
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+82°F
3 April
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+82°F
4 April
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+82°F
5 April
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+83°F
6 April
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+83°F
7 April
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+82°F
8 April
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+82°F
9 April
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+82°F
10 April
☀️
+82°F
11 April
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+81°F
12 April
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+82°F
13 April
🌧️
+82°F
14 April
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+84°F
15 April
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+86°F
16 April
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+85°F
17 April
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+80°F
18 April
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+79°F
19 April
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+82°F
20 April
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+82°F
21 April
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+83°F
22 April
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+83°F
23 April
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+84°F
24 April
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+84°F
25 April
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+85°F
26 April
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+83°F
27 April
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+84°F
28 April
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+84°F
29 April
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+85°F
30 April
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+83°F
In April 2023 Cancun had 14 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Cancun climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Cancun in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+80°F) and the highest in 2019 (+86°F). The driest year was 2004 with only 635 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 2270 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cancun in April:
Is April a good time to visit Cancun?
April is a really good time to go to Cancun. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Cancun.
Can you sunbathe in Cancun in April?
April is warm in Cancun. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Cancun in April?
Yes, you can swim in Cancun in April, the water temperature averaging at +80°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Cancun rainy in April?
Cancun is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Cancun in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Cancun in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Cancun in April?
The normal prices to fly to Cancun is $338 - $375. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cancun, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
