The average temperature is 27° C (80° F) with more than 240 days of sunshine, and rain is rare. Summer temperatures are generally slightly higher.
To the south of
Cancun, the Mayan Riviera offers a unique
and different
experience. With its
wide expanse
of beaches and
proximity to Mayan
cultural
sites, it is the old
world meeting the
new. Thousand-year
old ruins lie within
sight of luxurious
mega-resorts
offering every
amenity imaginable.
For Golfers
there are a variety
of challenging
courses to choose
from. Many resorts
here are
all-inclusive,
offering all meals,
drinks, tips, and
entertainment at one
price, an attractive
option for
budget-conscious
travelers and
families.
Relax all
day in a hammock
beside the
Caribbean Sea
or walk the
powder-white
sand beaches
that stay cool
as they reflect
the heat of the
tropical sun.
Visit the
nearby town of
Playa del
Carmen, with
shops featuring
local art and
handicrafts,
where you can
take the ferry
across to the
island of
Cozumel.
Uncover the
ancient culture
of the Mayans
and visit ruins
that reveal
their lives and
beliefs.
Afterwards, cool
off with a swim
in a cenote, a
freshwater pool
bringing water
from underground
limestone
caverns to the
surface.
