November brings the dry season back with clean beaches, warm pleasant weather and the first cool fronts, and quiet early-month value that rises toward the December holidays. Here is the full picture.
What You Should Know
- November is the return of the good weather: the dry season settles in, rain is infrequent, and the beaches are clean with minimal sargassum, making it one of the most pleasant months to visit before the holiday crowds.
- The month builds toward high season. Early-to-mid November is quiet and good value, while late November lifts with US Thanksgiving and the run-up to the December holidays, so booking early is the smart move.
- The first cool fronts, or nortes, can arrive, bringing brief spells of cooler, breezier, occasionally cloudy weather. They pass quickly and are a minor tradeoff for the otherwise dry, comfortable conditions.
- Most people don't realize that early November is a sweet spot: hurricane season is effectively over, sargassum is gone, the weather is lovely, and prices are still in shoulder territory before the holiday climb.
Puerto Morelos in November: Overview
⭐ Best November window: November 5 to 18. After Day of the Dead and before the Thanksgiving and holiday climb, early-to-mid November offers clean beaches, dry weather, and quiet shoulder prices.
| Factor | November Rating |
|---|---|
| Weather | 8/10 — warm, dry, and pleasant; occasional cool front |
| Crowds | 7/10 — quiet early, rising late month |
| Prices | 7/10 — shoulder value early, climbing toward December |
| Beaches | 8/10 — clean, with minimal sargassum |
| Snorkeling & Reef | 8/10 — clear water and calm days between fronts |
| Sargassum | 9/10 — minimal to none |
| Whale Sharks | 0/10 — not available (season ended mid-September) |
| Families | 7/10 — clean beaches, warm water, comfortable weather |
| Couples | 8/10 — dry, pleasant, and good value early month |
💰 Average November hotel prices (Puerto Morelos, mid-range/boutique):
Early-to-mid November: ~$120–160/night · Thanksgiving & late November: ~$150–200/night
Rough mid-range estimates; rates vary by property and booking lead time.
November is when the good weather returns for good. The dry season settles in, rain becomes infrequent, and the beaches are clean with minimal sargassum, so it is one of the most comfortable months to visit. Hurricane season is effectively over, and the warm, sunny days are broken only by the occasional cool front, or norte, that passes through with a day or two of breeze and cloud.
The one thing to plan around is demand. Early-to-mid November is quiet and good value, but the month builds toward high season, lifting with US Thanksgiving and the run-up to the December holidays. Whale shark season is closed until May, so November is about the clean reef, the cenotes, and the ruins in near-ideal weather. We'd aim for early-to-mid November for the best mix of lovely conditions and shoulder prices, and book ahead if traveling late. For the reef see our Puerto Morelos snorkeling guide, and for day trips our Chichén Itzá guide.
November at a Glance
✅ Dry season and clean beaches ✅ Warm, pleasant weather ✅ Quiet, good value early month
⚠️ Whale sharks closed until May ⚠️ Prices rise late month ⚠️ Occasional cool fronts (nortes)
Puerto Morelos Weather in November
| Metric | November |
|---|---|
| Avg High | 29°C (84°F) |
| Avg Low | 21°C (70°F) |
| Water Temp | 27–28°C (81–82°F) |
| Rain Days | ~6 |
| Humidity | Moderate |
| Wind | Moderate (first nortes) |
| Sunshine | ~8 hours/day |
| UV Index | High |
| Sargassum | Minimal to none |
| Hurricane Risk | Very low (season ends November 30) |
Temperature and Humidity
November is warm and comfortable, noticeably gentler than the summer. Days average around 29°C (84°F) with cooler nights near 21°C (70°F), and the drop in humidity makes it feel fresh and pleasant. The sea stays warm enough for swimming at about 27 to 28°C (81 to 82°F). It is many people's favorite kind of Caribbean weather: warm and sunny without the heavy summer heat.
Rain Pattern
November is a dry-season month, averaging only about six rain days. Showers are brief and infrequent, and long sunny stretches are the norm. The main weather variable is the norte: a winter cool front that can bring a day or two of wind, cloud, and cooler temperatures, mostly later in the month. They pass quickly. Hurricane season officially ends on November 30, and any real risk is gone.
Sea and Outdoor Conditions
The sea is warm, clean, and often calm, with minimal sargassum, so November is excellent for the reef and for boat trips. The main thing to watch is the occasional norte, which can bring a breezy, choppier day or two and briefly affect boat departures; conditions settle again quickly afterward. Between fronts, the water is clear and inviting, some of the best snorkeling conditions of the year.
Crowds and Prices in November
November runs quiet and good value early, then lifts toward the holidays.
- Early November (Nov 1 to 12): quiet and well priced, opening with the beautiful Day of the Dead celebrations (November 1 to 2). Clean beaches and dry weather at shoulder prices, the value sweet spot.
- Mid November (Nov 13 to 22): still fairly quiet, with a small bump around Mexican Revolution Day (November 20) and its long weekend, as demand slowly builds.
- Late November (Nov 23 to 30): busier and pricier with US Thanksgiving and the run-up to December, an early taste of high season.
Puerto Morelos stays cheaper than the Cancún Hotel Zone throughout, but the gap narrows as the month goes on. What we consistently see is that early-to-mid November is one of the best-value windows of the year for good weather: you get the clean, dry, high-season conditions at shoulder-season prices, before the holiday climb.
| Month | Better For |
|---|---|
| October | The beaches recovering at the lowest shoulder prices |
| November | Clean beaches and dry weather at shoulder value |
| December | Peak dry season and the festive holidays |
| July | Peak whale shark season |
Our Puerto Morelos in December guide covers the peak dry season and the festive holidays, and our Puerto Morelos in October guide covers the quiet transition month before.
Whale Sharks in November (Season Closed)
Whale shark season is closed in November. The animals gather off the northern Yucatán only from about mid-May to mid-September, so there are no tours now, and the season will not reopen until next May. If whale sharks are your goal, plan for the summer and use our Puerto Morelos whale shark tour guide for the season window and how the tours run.
What November offers instead is arguably the best all-round conditions of the shoulder season: a clean, clear reef, quiet cenotes, and comfortable weather for the ruins, all before the holiday crowds and prices arrive.
Sargassum in November: Minimal to None
November is a clean-beach month. Sargassum is minimal to none, having cleared through the autumn, so the sand and water are at their best, much like the winter months to come. It is one of the reliable rewards of visiting outside the summer: the beaches look their postcard best.
An occasional norte can push a little weed or seagrass onto the shore briefly, but true sargassum is not a November concern. Puerto Morelos also benefits from the offshore reef that shelters its shoreline. For the full month-by-month pattern and the 2026 outlook, our Puerto Morelos sargassum guide has the detail.
Best Things to Do in Puerto Morelos in November
| Activity | November Rating | Best Time of Day | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reef snorkeling | 9/10 | Morning | Clear water and clean beaches; some of the best conditions of the year |
| Catamaran reef sail | 9/10 | Morning | Warm, clean seas and comfortable weather; watch for the odd norte |
| Chichén Itzá day trip | 9/10 | Early | Cool, dry, and quiet: one of the best months of the year for the ruins |
| Cenote tour | 9/10 | Anytime | Cool, clear, and reliable in any weather; lovely year-round |
| ATV & cenote tour | 9/10 | Morning | Dry trails returning and a refreshing cenote swim |
| Puerto Morelos food tour | 9/10 | Evening | Pleasant, cooler evenings and quiet streets |
| Whale shark tour | 0/10 | — | Not available (season ended mid-September) |
What to prioritize this month
November is a wonderful all-round month, so the reef and the ruins both shine. With clear water and clean beaches, a reef snorkeling tour or a catamaran sail is at its dry-season best. On land, the cool, dry weather makes a Chichén Itzá day trip one of the most comfortable and rewarding of the year, and it is still quiet.
Cenotes remain a lovely constant, and a cenote tour or a jungle ATV and cenote trip is a great pick in the pleasant weather. Round out an evening with a Puerto Morelos food tour in the cooler air. We'd make the most of November's near-ideal conditions across the reef, cenotes, and ruins, booking ahead if traveling late in the month.
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- Snorkel the Mesoamerican reef in the Marine Park
- Clear water and clean beaches in the dry season
- Small-group tour with gear and guide included
- Marine Park fee included
- Warm sea and comfortable, less humid weather
- Occasional cool fronts can bring a breezy day
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More November Activities Around Town
Beyond the headline tours, November's dry, pleasant days suit both the water and the town at its most comfortable:
- Jardín Botánico Yaax Che: the botanical garden and canopy walkway, green and comfortable in the mild weather, with monkeys and birds.
- Kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding over the reef flats on a calm, clear morning between fronts.
- Sport fishing charters from the small marina, good on the settled days between nortes.
- The malecón, the leaning lighthouse, and the town beach for a stroll on clean sand in fresh, sunny weather.
- The Sunday artisan and food market on the main square, lively and comfortable this month.
- Day of the Dead altars and celebrations in the first days of November, a beautiful and moving local tradition.
- Cenotes along the Ruta de los Cenotes for a refreshing, reliable day out.
November Events and Holidays
November opens with one of Mexico's most beautiful traditions and builds toward the holidays.
- Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead (November 1 to 2): the country's iconic celebration of remembrance, with altars, marigolds, and gatherings; a wonderful, moving time to be in town at the very start of the month.
- Mexican Revolution Day (November 20): a national holiday and long weekend, with a modest domestic-travel bump.
- US Thanksgiving (late November): a noticeable lift in US visitors and prices toward the end of the month.
- Hurricane season ends (November 30): the official close of the season, marking the start of the reliably dry high-season weather.
For the best November, arrive in the first half for clean beaches, dry weather, and shoulder prices, and if your dates allow, catching Day of the Dead is a highlight in itself.
From Our Experience
What we consistently see is that early-to-mid November is one of the best-kept secrets of the year: you get the clean beaches, dry weather, and clear reef of the high season, but still at shoulder-season prices and without the crowds, so the first half of the month delivers near-ideal conditions for noticeably less than December.
Tips for Visiting Puerto Morelos in November
- Favor early-to-mid November: clean beaches and dry weather at shoulder prices, before the Thanksgiving and holiday climb.
- Book late-November trips ahead: Thanksgiving and the pre-holiday run-up push up demand and rates.
- Great month for Chichén Itzá: cool, dry, and still quiet, it is one of the best times of year for the ruins.
- Pack a light layer: a passing norte can bring a cooler, breezier evening, especially later in the month.
- Make the most of the clear reef: snorkeling and sailing are at their dry-season best in clean, warm water.
- Time it with Day of the Dead: arriving November 1 to 2 adds a beautiful cultural highlight to the trip.
- Visiting at a different time of year? Our Puerto Morelos in October guide covers the quiet transition month, our December guide covers the peak dry season and the holidays, and our sargassum guide covers the seaweed season.
How We Put This Guide Together
We based this November guide on Puerto Morelos's dry-season weather, the closed whale shark season, the clean beaches with minimal sargassum, and the quiet early-month crowds that build toward the holidays. Ratings reflect how each factor and activity actually performs in November: warm, dry, comfortable weather broken only by occasional cool fronts, clean beaches and a clear reef, no whale sharks until next May, and shoulder-season value early that climbs late. Temperatures, water conditions, and price ranges are typical values for the month and vary year to year, so treat them as a reliable guide rather than a forecast, and always confirm current conditions and rates before you book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Puerto Morelos good in November?+
Yes, it is one of the most pleasant months. The dry season returns with clean beaches, warm comfortable weather, and a clear reef, at quiet shoulder value early in the month. The main tradeoffs are the closed whale shark season and prices that climb late with Thanksgiving and the holidays.
What is the weather like in Puerto Morelos in November?+
Warm, dry, and comfortable. Days average around 29°C (84°F) with cooler nights near 21°C (70°F) and lower humidity. Rain is infrequent, about six days for the month. The main variable is the occasional cool front, or norte, which brings a breezy day or two, mostly later in the month.
Can you see whale sharks in Puerto Morelos in November?+
No. Whale shark season runs only from about mid-May to mid-September, so there are no tours in November and it will not reopen until next May. November is instead an excellent month for the clean reef, cenotes, and a comfortable Chichén Itzá day trip.
Is there sargassum in Puerto Morelos in November?+
Very little. Sargassum is minimal to none in November, having cleared through the autumn, so the beaches are at their postcard best. An occasional cool front can push a little seagrass ashore briefly, but true sargassum is not a November concern.
Is November expensive in Puerto Morelos?+
It depends on the timing. Early-to-mid November is quiet shoulder value, while late November climbs with US Thanksgiving and the pre-holiday run-up. Puerto Morelos stays cheaper than the Cancún Hotel Zone, but the gap narrows toward the end of the month.
What is the best week to visit Puerto Morelos in November?+
November 5 to 18. After Day of the Dead and before the Thanksgiving and holiday climb, early-to-mid November pairs clean beaches and dry weather with quiet shoulder prices. It is the best mix of high-season conditions and shoulder-season value.
What activities are best in Puerto Morelos in November?+
Reef snorkeling and catamaran sails are at their dry-season best in clean, warm water, and Chichén Itzá is comfortable and quiet, one of the best months for the ruins. Cenotes and jungle ATV trips are lovely in the mild weather. Whale shark tours are closed until May.
Does it get cold in Puerto Morelos in November?+
Not cold, but cooler. Days stay warm around 29°C (84°F), while a passing norte can bring a breezy, cloudier day and cooler evenings near 21°C (70°F), mostly later in the month. A light layer for the evenings is all you need; the sea is still warm enough to swim.
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