The magnetism of a destination is measured by the personality it conveys and is displayed over time. In Cancun, every month of the year has something special. In part, thanks to its great weather. But also because of the varied kaleidoscope of experiences to be had in a paradise on Earth that has no limits.
When is the best time to visit Cancun? Month by month, plan by plan, we tell you everything you can do (and discover) in this unique Mexican destination that combines idyllic beaches, tradition and sustainability.
Traveling to Cancun in January: start the year with the best temperatures
A new cycle
Welcoming the New Year in Cancun is always a good idea. Did you know that, to attract good luck, in Mexico (as well as in Spain and other countries in America) it is tradition to eat twelve grapes, one for each chime? On the other hand, according to tradition, the colors of the people’s underwear help bring fortune to different areas of life: red for passion, yellow for money and green for health.
The perfect climate
Good temperature and low humidity: these are the main ingredients of the weather in Cancun in January, which invite you to start the year with a cocktail in hand. At Las Olas Beach Bar at the Iberostar Selection Coral Cancún hotel, you can do so overlooking the sea, while sipping a mojito or a caipirinha.
Traveling to Cancun in February: Candlemas and romanticism
Candlemas Day
Candlemas Day, known in Mexico as La Candelaria, on February 2, is a day dedicated to the Virgin of Candelaria. It is one of the most important festivities in Mexico. The streets are filled with flowers, processions and a festive atmosphere. It is typical to eat tamales, a delicacy of Mexican gastronomy that consists of a dough made with different ingredients wrapped in a leaf, usually corn husk.
Valentine's Day
And if, on Candlemas Day, it is almost mandatory to gather with family and friends around a table where tamales are a must, on Valentine's Day romantic dates take on a magical dimension. Iberostar Selection Coral Cancún is home to La Barca restaurant, where on February 14 you can share a special dinner based on local products, such as fish and seafood certified as responsibly caught. All fish and seafood served at Iberostar hotels in Mexico comes from these sources.
Constitution Day
The Mexican Constitution Day is celebrated on February 5. It is a national holiday and, to commemorate what is considered one of the most important dates in Mexico's history (it was in 1917 when Congress approved the democratic Constitution), parades and festivals are organized throughout the country.
Travel to Cancun in March: a trip with friends
Spring break
The best time to travel to Cancun with friends is the one that coincides with one of the most awaited moments of the year for students. Cancun is an ideal destination for Spring break, not only due to Cancun’s amazing temperatures and crystal-clear beaches, but because of the amazing nightlife and parties that occur during this time of the year. Book your trip for the last two weeks of March for the best party vibes!
Wrestling: much more than a match
Attending a Mexican wrestling match is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, especially if you live it with friends and loved ones. This version of professional wrestling incorporates elements and acrobatics typical of Mexican folklore, and is practiced with colorful costumes and brightly colored masks, with which many participants hide their identity. A show that will help you learn more about Mexico and its culture!
Traveling to Cancun in April: a month for adventure
Outdoor sports
In April, outdoor sports are the star. If you are interested in responsible and dynamic tourism, in being connected to nature, this is one of the best months of the year to visit Cancun. Bicycle touring routes, excursions to spectacular natural sites that include hiking or a good swimming session in the sea, among colorful fish, are some active ways to explore the environment. This travel philosophy will guide you to connect with yourself through movement and wellness.If you are on Spring Break in April, this is an amazing trip if you are the outdoorsy type.
Traveling to Cancun in May: tradition and beach
5 de Mayo or the Battle of La Puebla Festival
Do you know what is celebrated on May 5th in Mexico? You may have heard why this date is so important for Mexicans. It is the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, which took place in 1892 between the Mexican army, led by General Zaragoza, and the invading French side, in the context of the Reform War. The confrontation was a great victory for Mexico against what, at that time, was considered one of the most powerful armies in the world.
A good month to enjoy the ocean
The temperature in Cancun remains stable throughout the year, which inevitably makes you want to enjoy the beaches even more. In particular, May is a good month to connect with the sea and its energy. If you want to swim in crystal-clear waters and, at the same time, get to know Mexican history up close, the moment will accompany you in your purpose with enthusiasm. The best beaches and resorts in Mexico are waiting for you.
The Sacred Journey
At this time of the year, the Sacred Journey, known as la Travesía Sagrada, also takes place. This is a cultural event in Mexico that consists of traveling by canoe along an ancestral Mayan route that crosses the Caribbean Sea towards Cozumel.
Visit Cancun in June: tranquility without crowds
Just for you
The most exciting thing about going to Cancun in June is the possibility of visiting uncrowded tourist spots, such as the numerous Mayan sites and temples that are preserved nearby and that will make you travel to another era. You will experience the sensation of being part of something bigger than the human being firsthand: the totality of the universe.
The Voladores de Papantla on the summer solstice
The best time to travel to Cancun and witness the ritual of the Voladores de Papantla is the summer solstice. It is an offering to the gods created with the body. Five men climb up a mast or flying pole that is between 18 and 38 meters high and then four of them descend through the air with their arms outstretched, while they swing from them, held only by their waists and feet. At the same time, the fifth member of the group dances and plays traditional music on top of the flying pole to communicate with the sun.
Traveling to Cancun in July: a family vacation
An ideal month to go with children
Is July a good month to go to Cancun? Traveling to Cancun in July, when school vacations coincide with many adults’ vacations too, is a more than ideal option for families. The Iberostar Selection Cancun hotel is specially designed for them. In addition, with the Star Camp program, boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 17 can learn to cook, record a short film to take home a unique souvenir of their stay or become environmentally aware through play, for example, with a puppet and recycling workshop or the cultivation of a vegetable patch. And, as the weather in Cancun in July is also good, make the most of the Aquafun areas, with children's pools with slides, pirate ships and giant sharks.
Traveling to Cancun in August: the most crystal-clear waters
The warmest time of the year
The weather in Cancun in August is attractive thanks to its warmth. The action of spending the summer vacations in an all-inclusive five-star hotel embraces and celebrates summer, which is always much more summer near the sea and with good temperatures.
The best views of the ocean
The ocean is also much more ocean-like when it looks clean, transparent and teeming with life. Since 2020, all Iberostar hotels are free of single-use plastics, to help maintain the health of the seas and oceans, which are essential to preserve the ecological balance of the entire planet.
Visit Cancun in September: offers for paradise
September is the month of offers & deals. And is also a reboot. Invest it in resetting your inner and outer self, while taking advantage of the moment to travel to paradise with special opportunities you can't miss.
Travel to Cancun in October: ideal for honeymooners
Love on idyllic beaches
Cancun in October has something that makes you fall in love. Perhaps this is the reason why many couples choose it as a destination to celebrate their honeymoon at this time of the year. And not only that: it is also one of the favorite places to organize a surprise proposal or even a wedding in Mexico with a paradisiacal touch and in harmony with Mother Earth.
Travel to Cancun in November: Experience the Day of the Dead
A (festive) tribute to the dead
Between November 1 and 2, the doors between the world of the living and the world of the dead open. In Mexico, it is a tradition to honor ancestors by offering them altars with all kinds of items, such as personal objects, flowers and food. The Day of the Dead is a holiday in the broadest sense of the word, mixing several Mexican traditions, from pre-Columbian to Christian. The weather in Cancun in November is milder than in previous months, so the atmosphere is also more conducive to introspection and spiritual calm brought by the mild temperatures.
Traveling to Cancun in December: a different kind of festivities
Happy and warm holidays
Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or are just on your Winter break, the best way to live this time of the year in an original fashion is to travel far away from home and celebrate them as you have never done before. We suggest you do it on the shores of a turquoise ocean, among palm trees. The weather in Cancun in December is a good incentive to give a twist to a Winter vacation.
An unforgettable New Year's Eve
There is only one thing more fun than starting the year in paradise: ending it in the same place. With a balance, with a new goal on the horizon. Saving a moment to remember. Because the best time to travel to Cancun is the one that, as time goes by, you will always carry with you.
