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Best time to visit Cancun runs from December through early March. Winter usually gets crowded, but it also boasts the near-perfect weather, so don't miss a chance to sunbathe and get lost in the Mayan Jungles. Late March is the party time as spring breakers take over the city. May–June is the time to spot sea turtles nesting on shore and see golden stingrays and whale sharks offshore. Summers in Cancun are usually hot and humid, but you are more likely to find great deals. By the way, June to August are months to taste seasonal delicacies like Chapulines and Cactus ice-cream. If you plan your journey from September to November, you can be easily caught flat-footed by the storms as fall is the hurricane season. However, during this time, you have an opportunity celebrate Equinox at Chichén Itzá or Day of the Dead as well as see baby turtles and enjoy exotic fresh fruits.

15 things to do in Cancun

Turtle Nesting and Hatching

May–mid-October Nature

Dozens of sea turtles crawling to and from the sea means nesting season is on in Cancun

Diving and Snorkelling​

March–August Activity

Life size statues, starfish, turtles, sharks, manta rays, and schools of multicoloured fish—what isn't there at the bottom?

Cenotes

December–August Activity

Legendary Mayan sanctuaries turned into gorgeous natural swimming pools

Crocodiles

December–May Nature

An encounter with a real crocodile is an amusing and awe-inspiring experience ​that requires caution

Sport Fishing

March–June Activity

Fisherman rejoice! Cancun is a fantastic fishing destination!

Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos)

October 30–November 3 Event

Mexicans indulge in traditional foods and their favourite tequila to show respect​ for their ancestors, leaving a few glasses for the visiting souls

Equinox at Chichén Itzá

March 21 | September 21 Nature

Ancient Mayan architects​ calculated everything precisely to the very sunlight reflections and shadows

Beach Season

December–March Activity

Enjoy an excellent beach holiday and explore the world's largest natural aquarium

Kitesurfing

November–May Activity

A kitesurfing paradise, just half an hour drive north of Cancun

Iguanas at El Rey Ruins

December–May Nature

Thousands years ago Mayan tribes were the main residents of the area, today hundreds iguanas occupy their place​

Golden Stingray Migration

May | November Nature

Do you feel like sharing the company of 10,000 deadly, poisonous stingrays? Watching them from the distance might be a better idea

Spring Break

late February–early April Activity

30 days and nights of Cancun's non-stop partying draws thousands and thousands young souls seeking fun and relief

Swimming with Whale Sharks

mid-June–August Activity

Who would miss the opportunity to swim and snorkel with these harmless and surprisingly gentle sharks?

Cancun Jazz Festival

November 8–10, 2024 Event

An all-inclusive music weekend in Riviera Maya

Holy Ship! Wrecked

mid-December, 2025 Event

Unwind at a resort on the coast of Mexico to the rhythm of electronic music

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