Playa del Carmen Weather in March

What's the weather like in Playa del Carmen in March?

A popular Caribbean beach destination on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Playa del Carmen has hot and sunny weather all year round. The tropical climate also brings a wet and dry season, with March falling within the dry period. This makes it one of the more popular months to holiday in Playa del Carmen, with weather that’s great for relaxing on the beach or by the pool. Don’t forget to put on plenty of high factor sun cream for when you’re lazing around in the sunshine, or exploring the local cultural sights.

Averages

The average temperature in Playa del Carmen at this time of year’s 26ºC, reaching highs of 30ºC in the peak of the afternoon. With such high temperatures, make sure you regularly apply lots of sun cream, seek shade between 11am and 3pm, and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. With nighttime temperatures of 21ºC, you’ll need to use the air conditioning in your hotel room. Just 5mm of rain’s expected during March, while the Caribbean waters measure 26ºC this month, perfect for swimming and snorkelling.