Cancun in April
April is hot, dry and still crowded, though the second half quietens noticeably once Holy Week passes and North American schools go back.
Is April a good time to visit Cancun?
April is one of the busiest months in Cancun, at about 86/100. If you can move your dates, September is far calmer.
What’s on in April
- Semana Santa — Mexican domestic travel peak
- Spring break runs into the first week
Best days in April
Weekdays are almost always calmer than weekends.
Tue is normally the calmest day of the week.
Best hours in April
The daily rhythm, hour by hour.
The 9:00 AM window is usually the calmest of the day.
Weather in April
Typical highs, lows and wet days.
How April compares
Every month in Cancun, ranked by how calm it is.
Quieter alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is April a good month to visit Cancun?
April is one of the busiest months in Cancun, at about 86/100. If you can move your dates, September is far calmer.
How crowded is Cancun in April?
Cancun sits at roughly 86/100 in April on our crowd scale, which is 14 points above the yearly average. The quietest month is September.
What is the weather like in Cancun in April?
Expect highs around 31°C and lows near 23°C in April, with about 3 wet days across the month.