Cancún is known worldwide for its spectacular white sandy beaches and its fascinating turquoise blue water. Cancún has unique natural places, Mayan culture to explore, water activities, adventure, golf, food, and more.
There are three travel seasons in Cancún: the high season, the low season, and the shoulder season. Each one has perks and downfalls. It is up to the meeting planner to decide the best time to visit Cancún to fit their type of meeting.
Cancún High Season – Cancún’s high season typically stretches from mid-December until the end of March. December brings the holiday crowds, seeking warmer weather for Christmas and New Years’. In March, you have the rowdy spring breaker tearing across the beaches and partying in the resorts. The crowds are large, and the prices are high.
Cancún Low Season – Cancún’s low season runs from June through October. It’s the primary rainy season in Mexico, and the days are hot, heavy, and humid, with frequent downpours and unpredictable weather. It’s not raining all the time. There will be fewer people and lower prices.
Cancún Shoulder Season – The best time is during shoulder season. April, May, November, and the beginning of December, will have sparse crowds, pleasant weather, and reasonable rates. Because there are fewer crowds, there will be plenty of places to stay. If you want to enjoy the beach in relative peace and go out to eat without an hour’s wait, book your trip to Cancún during one of these months.
Climate and Seasons in Cancún
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Climate and Seasons The optimum time to visit Cancún is for weather is from December to the end of March. This time frame is the high season, where crowds are larger, and prices are higher. You’ll experience near-perfect weather. If you want to visit when there are fewer people and the prices are lower, visit during the shoulder season of April, May, and the beginning of December. |
Average Temperature 87℉ Seasonal Temperatures
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The season for hurricanes starts at the beginning of June and lasts until the end of November. During these six months, August and October have had the most storms. When you visit Cancún during the hurricane season, the watches and warnings need to be heeded. You will need to adhere to all the warnings and evacuations as they are issued. Also, the best thing you can do is to purchase trip insurance. If your travel is canceled or changed due to storm activity, you’ll be covered. With the hurricane season comes rain, but it often appears as just a passing shower, allowing you to get on with your activities.
More to Learn And Explore
Daytime or nighttime, there are endless activities for you to get involved with while you’re in Cancún. You can experience nature, have an adventure, learn about the culture and Mayan history, eat, eat, and eat again, shop, dance, drink, and be entertained.
Golf – Cancún and the surrounding area have fifteen golf courses and are destinations for world-class golf for both amateurs and professionals.
Museums – In the Mexican Caribbean, you will find several museums where you can learn about Cancún. You can visit several exciting venues to learn about the beautiful and ancient Mayan culture and the history of Cancún. At the underwater museums, you can learn about the depths of the sea and discover marine life. You will be able to see how art can help the conservation of the reefs.
- Maya Museum of Cancún – This museum protects one of the country’s archaeological collections of the Mayan culture. It includes pieces from various Mayan sites of Quintana Roo, Palenque, Chichen Itza, and Comalcalco, among other places. The museum’s first room is the archeology of Quintana Roo, the second room has shown different phases of the Mayan civilization, and the third room has temporary exhibitions.
- The Underwater Museum of Art (MUSA) is located at the National Marine Park of Cancún and Isla Mujeres. There are more than 500 sculptures installed on the seabed from four to ten meters deep. There are also three galleries: Manchones Gallery, Isla Mujeres, where the sculptures are located 8 meters. (26 ft.) Deep; Punta Nizuc Gallery and Punta Sam Gallery, both in Cancún, with sculptures at a depth of 4 meters. (13 ft.) Deep.
Arts and Culture – A trip to Cancún cannot be complete without understanding its rich heritage. Cancún’s art and cultural activities will give you an insight into the city’s history, traditions, and artwork. An excursion to the Mayan ruins will not disappoint. The ruins are a testament to the ancient Maya civilization’s engineering and architectural genius in their construction. You will have a peek into what their daily life would have been like, including its ritual, survival, and art.
Outdoor Adventures – There is a list of at least 200+ things to do and explore while you are in Cancún. There are beautiful places to explore and activities that will make your time in Cancún memorable. Whether at sea, in the jungle, on a lagoon, in a cavern, in an underground river, or somewhere in between, you will always have options for adventure. A few of them are fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, windsurfing, kitesurfing, parasailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, skydiving, hiking, cycling, or swimming with the sharks, swimming with the crocodiles, swimming with the manatees, or ziplining.
Shopping – Whether you want to browse for Mexican souvenirs and specialties or indulge in designer goods, here are a couple of Cancún’s top shopping spots.
- Mercado 28 – Mercado 28 is in downtown Cancún and is one of the city’s largest open-air handicraft markets. Here, you can pick up souvenirs, jewelry, tequila, pottery, and more.
- Luxury Avenue – The modern Luxury Avenue mall is populated with high-end brands such as Burberry, Mont Blanc, and Fendi. It has cocktail bars, restaurants, and complimentary childcare services. Ideal for an air-conditioned evening out,
Why Is Cancún Appealing for a Meeting?
As one of the most beautiful destinations in Mexico, Cancún is known for its sandy beaches, brilliant blue waters, dazzling sunsets, and sunrises. It is a location that your attendees will not forget.
To visit Cancún, your attendees will need a valid passport (not expiring while in Mexico), and there must be at least one blank page in the passport for a stamp. All visitors must complete the Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM), the Mexican Tourist Card. Cancún’s airport is one of the most modern and functional airports in Latin America. It offers connections and flights to cities around the world. Your attendees should not have trouble getting there or getting home (unless their passport expired while in Mexico).
The Peso is the official currency, but the U.S. dollar is also widely accepted. All major credit cards are accepted in most establishments. The banks offer currency exchange during business hours, and there are Universal ATMs available for cash withdrawals at the current exchange rate.
Whether your event is a small executive meeting of ten people or a large convention of 4,000 attendees, Cancun has a hotel to meet your needs.
Some things to consider when planning your meeting in Cancún:
What is the objective? Some examples:
- Many company retreats are designed to improve productivity and to “refocus” the efforts of their employees. Cancún provides an ideal destination to break away from the confines of an office and allow employees to socialize with people beyond their department and relax. This can be very helpful for meetings where fresh ideas, new perspectives, or/and networking is essential for high-priority initiatives.
- Executive retreats are also popular in Cancún. This destination offers exclusive luxury where leaders can recharge and connect with each other.
- Incentive travel combined with meetings can be valuable for companies, key stakeholders, and top performers. Cancún provides unique, memorable experiences and is an outstanding destination for exchanging information, improving growth, solving problems, and engaging change-makers.
A meeting in Cancún will be a memorable event. Creating a perfect backdrop for a meeting are the crystal-clear blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Cancún provides a host of opportunities to get out of the office and explore. There will be opportunities to inspire innovation, networking, and communication outside of the office environment.
Do you need help planning a corporate meeting or incentive travel reward for Cancún? Contact Gavel International for more information.
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