Beaches and Weather in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya
Millions of people a year flock to Playa del Carmen, and the
Riviera Maya, to escape cold weather, get a reprieve from work
pressures, and take time off for serious rest and relaxation.
The major attractions to the area are the white sandy beaches,
the amazing crystalline waters, the laid back Caribbean
attitude, and the warm tropical weather.
The climate in the Riviera Maya is semi-tropical, with an
average yearly temperature of 80° degrees Fahrenheit (26 °
Celsius), which can rise to 100° degrees Fahrenheit (37.7°
Celsius) in the hot summer months. June first is official start
of hurricane season and ends on November 30th. From November to
April, which is considered high season here;it is hot and sunny
during the day and cool and breezy at night.
- February to May February, March, April, and May
are beautiful in The Rivera Maya. The Caribbean Sea is calm and
clear and as summer approaches the water temperatures gradually
rise. With warmer waters by May this is usually the time that
the jelly fish, or
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come to our shores. So May is a perfect time of year to go
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cool, but a sweater is rarely needed. - June to
August During the summer months Playa del Carmen and The
Rivera Maya are hot, hot, hot! The humidity rises so afternoons
are steamy and hot. We highly recommend you stay close to a
water source. The Caribbean is so warm you can float the day
away, and the cenotes stay at an even 78 degrees (25.5C) which
is always refreshing. There is some rainfall in the afternoon
and evenings, but it never lasts very long. The nights do not
get much cooler so for a truly good night sleep
air-conditioning and a good fan are highly
recommended. - September and October September and
October are considered the height of the
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tropical storm season. We also can get a fair amount of rain
during these months, however it doesn't rain everyday. It is
still hot and humid with days and evenings registering similar
temperatures. - November to January These are the
coolest months in Playa del Carmen and the surrounding areas,
which means it is warm and sunny during the day and cool and
breezy in the evenings. Rain is very rare during this time of
year, but evenings can bring temps in the high 60's (15.5C) so
a sweater is recommended.
Warm weather wear: Playa del Carmen and The Rivera
Maya's weather does not fluctuate that significantly though out
the year. It is the tropics so lightweight cotton clothing,
beach wraps (pareos),, and bathing suits are what you spend the
majority of your time in. During the day, the climate is hot and
light clothing, such as shorts and tank tops, are recommended.
During the evenings you may need a light sweater or jacket
depending on the time of year. For trips into the jungle, you
should wear pants, long-sleeved shirts and shoes in order to
fend off mosquitoes and other insect bites. Sturdy shoes should
always be worn if you plan on going to see any archeological
sights to keep you sure footed and able to explore.
Beaches and Beach Clubs in Playa del Carmen and The
Rivera Maya
Nuddy Beach Club and Bar: Located both in
Playa del Carmen and in Tulum, Nuddy beach, pronounced nudie,
is the quintessential beach club with lounger beds, bathing
beauties, trendy tunes, and buckets of beers. Located just
south of Mamitas Beach in Playa del Carmen, and about a
mile south of the ruins in Tulum, it is a great place to
people watch and enjoy everything the Mayan Rivera has to
offer.
Mamitas Beach: Located in Playa del Carmen,
Mamitas Beach and Beach Club has been around for years, but
after being severely damaged by Hurricane Wilma, it has
received a major facelift, and it is a favorite beach spot
for both locals and visitors. It has beautiful covered beach
beds, beach volleyball, excellent beach access, great tunes,
and a restaurant and bar on site. It is also the annual host
for the fashion show produced by Fashion TV. The best way to
get to Mamitas is by the access road on Avenue First South
between 28th and 30th Streets.
Tukan Beach: Tukan Beach and Beach Club is
located directly between Mamitas and Nuddy Beach.
Recently it also had a major face lift similar to Mamitas.
Actually Tukan and Mamitas kind of just meld together to
create the ultimate beach experience. Beautiful beaches,
beautiful people, yummy food, water sports, and premiere
lounging spots, you will not be disappointed.
Coco Beach: Considered as the northern beach this
is a bit of a jaunt from Playa Mamitas and Playa Tukan, Coco
Beach is considered to be more laid back and less trendy then
its sister beaches to the south. But keep in mind that it is
getting developed and there is a beach club in the works for
the upcoming season.
Xpu-ha Beach: Located just south of Puerto Aventuras
you can access this amazing stretch of beach by a sign that
reads "La Playa" on your left hand side. If you miss the turn
you can go a bit further south and there is a very small access
road just north of the Copacabana Resort. This stretch of
beach is a true slice of heaven with palm trees sprinkled
along the shoreline, excellent snorkeling, and various cafes
and bars that you can grab a bite to eat or a cold beer.
Although there are a few resorts that have access to this
beach that have yet to take over completely and you can
definitely while away an afternoon relaxing, and enjoying
this quiet and tranquil Caribbean beach.
Tulum Beach and Playa Paraiso: Just to the
south of the Tulum ruins there is an incredible stretch of
beach even less populated then Xpu Ha. There are small palapa
style hotelitos and cabanas along this beach that you can
stay in that are relatively inexpensive. At the same time
there are also trendy and chic beach resorts such as Mezzanine
that will pamper you silly. Tulum is a very popular spot for
kite boarding so you are likely to see the skyline peppered
with colorful kites on a windy day. Overall this is one of
our favorite beach spots that is in our area.
Topless beaches in Playa del Carmen and The Rivera Maya:
Although it is actually illegal to sunbathe nude or
topless on Mexico beaches, in Playa del Carmen and the Rivera
Maya, it is tolerated. Due to the major European influences in
the area most beaches you will see topless sun worshippers
trying to get as much sun on their bare bodies. There are
also clothing optional resorts and spas that cater to couples
who want to vacation in the buff. Some remote area beaches
you can strip down and bare it all. Keep in mind that Mexican
Nationals are a conservative bunch so respect the locals, and
if you are in a remote area keep a beach wrap close by. In
addition women should always practice caution and safely if
sunbathing nude or topless in a tucked away location or low
traffic area.
Enjoy your stay in target="_blank">Playa del Carmen!
About the author:
Sara Moen is a travel journalist and the editor of
in Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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