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September travel

Where to go on holiday in September?

Cancun scores 8.1 out of 10 in September: 32C days, a 29C sea you can swim in without flinching, and 210mm of rain that mostly falls in short afternoon bursts. Here is how the rest of the world stacks up this month.

Crowds. One of the quietest months. Ruins, cenotes and beach clubs feel almost private.

Prices. Cheapest window of the year. The same resort can cost half its January rate.

Seaweed. Sargassum can appear on some east-facing beaches. Isla Mujeres north beach and the cenotes are the reliable backup.

Storms. This is the statistical peak of hurricane season. Book refundable rates and travel cover, then enjoy the lowest prices of the year.

What is on in Cancun in September

  • Mexican Independence Day on 15 and 16 September, the biggest party of the year
  • Cheapest month in Cancun by a wide margin
  • Hurricane season peak, so buy flexible rates

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