March in Tulum is dry and getting hotter: highs climb from 86 to 89 °F, only about one day in seven brings rain and the sea holds at 80 °F. In 2027 the month also has three dates that fill the town: Mexico's March 15 long weekend, the March 20 equinox and Easter week, March 21-28. We write this from downtown Tulum, where we rent our apartment, using Weather Spark's averages and the 2027 calendar.
What is the weather like in Tulum in March?
March closes the mild part of the dry season. The typical high goes from 86 °F (30 °C) on March 1 to 89 °F (32 °C) by month's end, and the low from 63 to 65 °F (17-18 °C). The chance of a wet day stays around 15% all month, with about 1.4 inches of rain. What does change fast is humidity: muggy days rise from 61% to 76% over the month.
| Metric | March 1 | March 31 |
|---|---|---|
| Typical high | ~86 °F (30 °C) | ~89 °F (32 °C) |
| Early-morning low | ~63 °F (17 °C) | ~65 °F (18 °C) |
| Chance of a wet day | ~15% | ~15% |
| Muggy days | ~61% | ~76% |
| Daylight | 11 h 45 min | 12 h 20 min |
| Sea temperature | ~80 °F (27 °C) | ~80 °F (27 °C) |
Source: Weather Spark historical averages for Tulum. Averages, not a forecast.
In practice the first half feels like February and the second half previews April. From mid-month, do ruins and biking early and spend midday at a pool or cenote; cenote water is 24-26 °C (75-78 °F) year-round. Our picks: the best cenotes near Tulum.
Is there sargassum in Tulum in March?
March is the last month of the historical low-seaweed window on the Mexican Caribbean, November to March. Two honest caveats. In 2026, the worst year on record in Quintana Roo, the season started in January instead of April. And the University of South Florida Optical Oceanography Lab's bulletin dated September 30, 2026 only projects a decline until possibly November; nobody publishes a serious March forecast six months out. Check photos and reports from the week before you fly, using the method in our sargassum guide.
Dates that move Tulum in March 2027
- Saturday 13 to Monday 15: Benito Juárez long weekend. Mexico observes Benito Juárez's birthday on the third Monday of March, which in 2027 is March 15. Domestic travelers arrive and that weekend fills up.
- Saturday 20: spring equinox. The 2027 equinox is at 20:25 UTC, 3:25 p.m. in Tulum. It's the busiest time at Chichén Itzá, when crowds come to see the serpent shadow on El Castillo, so pick another day or leave very early. Getting there: Chichén Itzá from Tulum.
- Sunday 21 to Sunday 28: Easter week (Semana Santa). Easter Sunday 2027 is March 28, so the whole of Holy Week falls in March. Holy Thursday and Good Friday (25 and 26) aren't mandatory days off by law, but much of Mexico takes them, and it's the busiest domestic travel week of the first half of the year.
Which March weeks to book
For calm and the best weather, March 1-12 is ideal: cool mornings, almost no rain and ahead of both peaks. March 16-19 is another quiet gap. March 21-28 is the busiest and priciest week of the month.
| Dates | Vibe | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 1 - 12 | Quiet, February-like weather | Couples, remote workers and long stays |
| Mar 13 - 15 | Mexican long weekend, busy | Short domestic getaways |
| Mar 16 - 19 | Quiet | Chichén Itzá before the equinox crowds |
| Mar 20 - 28 | Equinox and Easter week, the month's peak | Families on school holidays |
| Mar 29 - 31 | Easing after Easter | Flexible travelers |
Things to do in Tulum in March
Ruins first thing
The Tulum archaeological site opens 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., last entry 3:30 p.m. Since the federal decree of July 20, 2026, foreigners pay 265 pesos in total (Jaguar Park plus the site) and Mexican nationals 80 pesos Monday to Saturday, free on Sundays. In March, and especially Easter week, be at the gate at 8:00. It's about 10 minutes by bike from downtown. Details: our Tulum ruins guide.
Beach and cenotes
With an 80 °F sea and no cold fronts, March is a good beach month. Free public access points are in Tulum's public beaches. During Easter week the famous cenotes fill up by mid-morning: arrive at opening time.
What you won't find: sea turtle nesting in Tulum runs May to November.
Getting to Tulum in March
Several US airline routes to Tulum airport (TQO) are winter-seasonal, roughly November to April, so March still has seasonal direct flights. Always compare with Cancún, 1 h 45 min by road, especially around Easter. From Tulum airport to downtown is about 30 minutes; Uber and Didi don't operate normally and taxi fares are agreed before you get in. Options: Tulum airport to downtown.
Where to stay in Tulum in March
At Easter the beach strip fills first and every outing is a negotiated taxi. Downtown you walk to breakfast and dinner, the ruins are 10 minutes by bike and Gran Cenote or Calavera 8-12 minutes by car. And at 89 °F by month's end, your own pool at midday helps.
Hacienda Tuk is a 2-bedroom apartment in downtown Tulum, inside the Tuk Tulum complex, with a pool, rooftop and full kitchen. In high season (December to March) the direct reference rate is from 120 USD per night (about 2,150 MXN), 10% below the lowest Airbnb price on October 8, 2026; Easter rates can differ and the host confirms the exact rate for your dates. To book, pick dates on the apartment page calendar, see the estimate and send the request directly on the website, with no platform fee. Nothing is charged before confirmation, which usually arrives within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Tulum?
Yes: rain is rare (around 15% of days), the sea is about 80 °F and there are no cold fronts. The downsides are heat climbing to 89 °F by month's end and, in 2027, Easter week (March 21-28) falling entirely in March.
When is Easter week 2027 in Mexico?
Sunday, March 21 to Sunday, March 28, 2027. Easter Sunday is March 28; Holy Thursday and Good Friday are March 25 and 26.
When is the spring equinox 2027?
March 20, 2027 at 20:25 UTC, which is 3:25 p.m. in Tulum. It's the busiest time at Chichén Itzá.
Is there seaweed in Tulum in March?
March is the last month of the historical low-sargassum window (November to March). In 2026 the season started in January, so check reports from the week before you travel.
What is the best week in March to visit Tulum?
March 1-12: still mild, almost no rain and ahead of the March 15 long weekend and Easter week.
How do I book the apartment for March?
On the apartment page, choose dates on the calendar, see the estimate and send the request directly on the website. Nothing is charged until the host confirms, usually within 24 hours.