Snorkeling in Tulum
Snorkeling in Tulum comes down to warm, calm water. The most comfortable months are July and November to May, with highs around 87°F (31°C) and the sea at about 81°F (27°C).
Photo: Gennaro Conte, CC BY-SA 4.0
Top snorkeling in Tulum
Tulum: Snorkeling and Private Sailing TourFrom $61View 
Tulum, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote & Mayan CeremonyFrom $129View 
Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside LunchFrom $119View
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How to pick a good snorkeling trip
- Check whether gear, a wetsuit and reef-safe sunscreen are included or extra.
- Morning trips usually have calmer, clearer water before the afternoon wind picks up.
- If you're a nervous swimmer, ask for a flotation vest and a guide in the water.
- Smaller boats reach quieter spots; big boats often moor at the busiest reef.
Tulum month by month
Averages for Tulum, Mexico, 1951–2010; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 85 (29) | 86 (30) | 88 (31) | 89 (31) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 89 (32) | 88 (31) | 87 (31) | 85 (29) |
| Low °F (°C) | 64 (18) | 65 (18) | 68 (20) | 70 (21) | 71 (22) | 73 (23) | 71 (22) | 71 (22) | 71 (21) | 69 (21) | 67 (19) | 65 (18) |
| Rainy days | 7 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 7 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 81 (27) | 83 (28) | 83 (29) | 84 (29) | 85 (29) | 85 (29) | 84 (29) | 83 (28) | 81 (27) |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:29 pm | 6:48 pm | 6:59 pm | 7:08 pm | 7:19 pm | 7:31 pm | 7:33 pm | 7:19 pm | 6:53 pm | 6:26 pm | 6:09 pm | 6:11 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for snorkeling in Tulum?
July and November to May. Expect highs around 87°F (31°C) and the sea at about 81°F (27°C). The least comfortable months are September and June, when the sea drops to about 80°F.
How warm is the water in Tulum?
The sea averages 80°F (27°C) in February and 85°F (29°C) in September. It stays warm enough to swim in without a wetsuit all year.
Where can I book snorkeling in Tulum?
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