Yucatán, Yucat, Mexico: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Yucatán, Yucat, Mexico? If you're planning to go to Yucatán, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Yucatán, Yucat, Mexico

Based on the climate and weather in Yucatán, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Yucatán, Yucat, Mexico

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Yucatán, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great value.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Yucatán, Yucat, Mexico by month

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January

If you visit Yucatán during January, you will probably see that it is really hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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February

If you vacation in Yucatán during February, you will probably notice that it is really hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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March

Traveling to Yucatán in March, you will notice that it is really hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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April

April in Yucatán is a scorcher and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.

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May

May in Yucatán is scorchingly hot. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.

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June

June in Yucatán is scorchingly hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).

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July

If you visit Yucatán during July, you are likely to notice that it can be blisteringly hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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August

If you visit Yucatán during August, you are likely to notice that it can be sizzling and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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September

If you go to Yucatán in September, you will notice that it can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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October

October in Yucatán is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C).

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November

If you vacation in Yucatán during November, you are likely to notice that it is constantly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.

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December

If you vacation in Yucatán during December, you are likely to notice that it can be very hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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