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Playa Delfines

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David Stanley from Nanaimo, Canada
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Playa Delfines

Cancun, Mexico
Set inCancun, Mexico
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

72–88°F
CurrencyMXN
LanguageSpanish
TimezoneUTC-06:00
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Map showing the location of Playa Delfines
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Feb–Apr. Go in May, Jul, Dec for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightMar · 70%
WarmestJul · 88°F
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

One of the last public beaches in the hotel zone not blocked by resorts, Playa Delfines sits below a bluff with the iconic "Cancún" letter sign and open views of the Caribbean.

Know before you go

  • The waves here are stronger than at resort beaches — check the flag warning system before swimming.
  • The hilltop "Cancún" sign is one of the most popular photo spots in the city.
  • Sunrise here is spectacular and far less crowded than midday.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Playa Delfines?

Playa Delfines is in Cancun, Mexico.

What is Playa Delfines known for?

One of the last public beaches in the hotel zone not blocked by resorts, Playa Delfines sits below a bluff with the iconic "Cancún" letter sign and open views of the Caribbean.

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