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Water temperature in Cancún

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Cancún. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Cancún now

84.8

°F

October 28, 20:46

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.9°F

Tomorrow:

84.6°F

Sunrise:

06:48

Sunset:

18:14

Day Length:

11 h. 26 min.

Cancún in November

Minimum:

78.4°F

Average:

79.6°F

Maximum:

81.0°F

Sea water temperature in Cancún today

As of now, in Cancún, the water temperature is 84.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.6°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 83.2°F on 2020.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 84.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 84.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 84.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Cancún

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 14 84.4°F 84.1°F 84.6°F
Oct 15 84.4°F 83.9°F 84.6°F
Oct 16 84.3°F 84.5°F 84.5°F
Oct 17 84.1°F 84.8°F 84.6°F
Oct 18 84.0°F 84.5°F 84.3°F
Oct 19 84.3°F 84.5°F 84.3°F
Oct 20 84.4°F 84.5°F 84.2°F
Oct 21 84.9°F 84.1°F 84.2°F
Oct 22 84.6°F 83.9°F 83.9°F
Oct 23 85.1°F 83.7°F 83.9°F
Oct 24 85.2°F 83.2°F 83.9°F
Oct 25 84.8°F 83.3°F 83.8°F
Oct 26 84.7°F 83.6°F 83.8°F
Oct 27 84.9°F 83.4°F 83.8°F
Oct 28 84.8°F 83.4°F 83.7°F
Oct 29 84.6°F 83.3°F 83.4°F
Oct 30 84.6°F 83.3°F 83.4°F
Oct 31 84.6°F 83.2°F 83.4°F
Nov 1 84.5°F 83.3°F 83.3°F
Nov 2 84.4°F 82.8°F 83.2°F
Nov 3 84.4°F 82.4°F 83.2°F
Nov 4 84.3°F 82.8°F 83.1°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Cancún by month

In Cancún, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Cancún was recorded on August 12, 2023, reaching a 87.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 22, 2018, dipping to 78.2°F. The average readings by season are 80.0°F in Winter, 81.1°F in Spring, 84.4°F in Summer, and 84.0°F in Autumn.