
The most detailed information about the water temperature in Cancun in The Caribbean (Quintana Roo, Mexico). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Cancun for a week.
Water temperature in Cancun right now
data updated 27 minutes ago81°F

yesterday: 81°F
a week ago: 83°F
Trend: slow rise
Today water temperature in Cancun is 81.9°F. It is very warm and comfortable water for long swimming in any body of water. It is believed that these are the ideal conditions under which one can be without the slightest discomfort. But it is worth remembering that at such a water temperature, various disease-causing organisms multiply very quickly. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 80°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today roughly corresponds to the average value on this day in recent years. Its value has rise over the last week, but has drop compared to 20 days ago. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 82°F. Water temperature range in Cancun In December is from 78 to 84 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Cancun will slowly rise for at least the next 10 days and reach a value of 82°F.
Table of water temperature values in Cancun
Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
Nov 24 | 28.3°C | 28.5°C | |
Nov 25 | 28.7°C | 27.8°C | |
Nov 26 | 29.0°C | 28.3°C | |
Nov 27 | 28.2°C | 28.0°C | |
Nov 28 | 27.5°C | 28.0°C | |
Nov 29 | 28.0°C | 28.3°C | |
Nov 30 | 27.7°C | 28.3°C | |
Dec 1 | 27.7°C | 27.5°C | |
Dec 2 | 27.8°C | 28.0°C | |
Dec 3 | 27.5°C | 27.7°C | |
Dec 4 | 27.8°C | 28.0°C | |
Dec 5 | 27.8°C | 28.0°C | |
Dec 6 | 28.0°C | 28.2°C | |
Dec 7 | 27.8°C | 28.0°C | |
Dec 8 | 28.0°C | 28.2°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in Mexico.

Annual graph of average water temperature change in Cancun

Water temperature in Cancun by month
Cancun located in the northern hemisphere, south of the northern tropic, at latitude 21 degrees. The swimming season in this location lasts all year round. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Cancun is 82°F, by the seasons: in winter 79°F, in spring 80°F, in summer 84°F, in autumn 83°F. Minimum water temperature (77°F) in Cancun it happens in January, maximum (86°F) in August.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Cancun changes in each specific month:
Cancun: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
City | Water* | Distance** |
Isla Mujeres | 83°C ![]() ![]() | 11km |
Playa Delfines | 83°C ![]() ![]() | 14km |
Punta Nizuc | 83°C ![]() ![]() | 17km |
Isla Blanca | 82°C ![]() ![]() | 26km |
Puerto Morelos | 82°C ![]() ![]() | 37km |
Punta Maroma | 82°C ![]() ![]() | 51km |
Chiquila | 80°C ![]() ![]() | 61km |
El Marlyn Azul | 82°C ![]() ![]() | 62km |
Playa del Carmen | 84°C ![]() ![]() | 67km |
Holbox | 81°C ![]() ![]() | 70km |
Cozumel | 83°C ![]() ![]() | 75km |
Puerto Aventuras | 83°C ![]() ![]() | 86km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers

The warmest water today in Mexico recorded in Pico del Monte, its value is 86°F. Lowest - in Puerto Nuevo, there water temperature now 61°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 79°F.
Water temperature data in Cancun and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 10 kilometers. This is Isla Mujeres (ISJ) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Cancun: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Cancun


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