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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

82.3

°F

May 15, 19:31

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

82.1°F

Tomorrow:

82.5°F

Sunrise:

06:09

Sunset:

19:18

Day Length:

13 h. 9 min.

Cancún in May

Minimum:

79.5°F

Average:

80.1°F

Maximum:

80.9°F

Sea water temperature in Cancún today

As of now, in Cancún, the water temperature is 82.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.5°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 81.7°F on 2022.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 82.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Cancún

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 1 82.1°F 81.7°F 81.6°F
May 2 81.7°F 81.3°F 81.6°F
May 3 81.6°F 82.3°F 81.6°F
May 4 81.6°F 82.6°F 81.8°F
May 5 81.6°F 81.7°F 81.8°F
May 6 81.9°F 82.1°F 82.0°F
May 7 82.2°F 82.3°F 82.0°F
May 8 82.1°F 83.0°F 82.1°F
May 9 82.3°F 83.2°F 82.2°F
May 10 82.3°F 83.0°F 82.2°F
May 11 82.2°F 82.9°F 82.1°F
May 12 82.3°F 82.9°F 82.2°F
May 13 81.4°F 83.0°F 82.3°F
May 14 82.1°F 83.0°F 82.3°F
May 15 82.3°F 83.5°F 82.5°F
May 16 82.5°F 83.3°F 82.6°F
May 17 82.5°F 83.4°F 82.7°F
May 18 82.6°F 83.4°F 82.8°F
May 19 82.6°F 83.2°F 82.7°F
May 20 82.7°F 84.1°F 82.9°F
May 21 82.7°F 84.2°F 82.9°F
May 22 82.9°F 84.3°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.