Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo Travel Guide

City Quintana Roo city near Caribbean beaches

A Maya-majority town serving as a regional market for artisan textiles, cochinita pibil stalls and local handicrafts. Visitors pass through en route to Chetumal, cenotes and jungle ruins, and to hear Yucatec Mayan spoken in everyday life.

Costs

Mid-range: $40-$80 per day

Prices higher than inland Mexico but still affordable compared with resort towns.

Safety

Relatively safe locally; stay cautious at night

Generally safe in town center; rural roads and night travel require caution.

Best Time

November-April

Dry, comfortable weather ideal for exploring cenotes and nearby ruins.

In This Guide

Why Visit Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

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Population

25,744

Infrastructure & Convenience

Basic regional buses, limited English signage, small hotels and family-run eateries.

Popularity

Attracts cultural tourists and domestic travelers exploring inland Quintana Roo.

Known For

Maya culture, bilingual Spanish-Maya communities, local markets, cenotes nearby, colonial architecture, traditional crafts, regional festivals, rural landscapes

Felipe Carrillo Puerto is named after the Mexican revolutionary and has a strong Maya-speaking population and visible Mayan culture.

Why Visit Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo? #

At the heart of the Mayan lowlands, Felipe Carrillo Puerto attracts travelers interested in living indigenous culture and rural Yucatán life. Maya language is still widely spoken and local artisans sell hand‑woven textiles at the weekly tianguis, while nearby cenotes and forest trails provide quieter alternatives to the coast. Try cochinita pibil and attend town fiestas and traditional ceremonies to connect with regional gastronomy and customs.

Top Things to Do in Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo

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Sian Ka'an

Protected coastal biosphere reserve with diverse tropical ecosystems

Nature Reserve

Don't Miss

Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol - Visit the parish church in the main square to observe Maya-influenced Catholic traditions.
Mercado Municipal - Browse stalls selling local honey, handicrafts, and Yucatec Maya culinary specialties.
Casa de la Cultura - Attend cultural events and exhibitions at the town's Casa de la Cultura venue.

Hidden Gems

Community weaving workshops - Visit community-run weaving workshops to learn about traditional textile patterns and dyes.
Nearby community cenote - Cool off in a nearby community cenote frequented by local families on weekends.
Plaza song and dance evenings - Enjoy evenings when residents perform traditional Maya songs and dances in the plaza.

Day Trips

Coba ruins - Drive to the Coba ruins to climb Nohoch Mul and explore broad stone causeways.
Tulum - Coastal Tulum offers seaside ruins, beaches, and snorkel sites roughly two hours away.

Best Time to Visit Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo #

Felipe Carrillo Puerto is best from November to April when the weather is drier and more comfortable for cenotes and ruins. The wet season brings humidity and heavy rain, while hurricane season peaks late summer.

Rainy Season

May - October · 24°C - 32°C (75°F - 90°F)

Hot, very humid afternoons with frequent heavy showers and mosquitoes - lush jungle scenery but expect interrupted plans during storms.

Dry Season

November - April · 21°C - 30°C (70°F - 86°F)

Drier, sunnier and more comfortable for exploring ruins and cenotes - evenings are pleasantly cooler and mosquitos fewer.

Hurricane Season

June - November · 26°C - 32°C (79°F - 90°F)

Warm seas and storm risk increase from August to October - great beaches when calm, but watch forecasts during hurricane peaks.

Best Time to Visit Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo #

Climate

Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1263 mm/year), wettest in September.

Best Time to Visit

MarchDecemberJanuary

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

40°

Warmest Month

11°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

18° – 29°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

54 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

11.0h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

18° – 30°

71%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

46 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

11.4h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

90 Ideal

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

19° – 32°

66%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

38 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

20° – 33°

66%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

44 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.5h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 30°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

22° – 34°

70%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

108 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.9h daylight

June

June is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (163 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

33°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

23° – 33°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

163 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

13.2h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

22° – 33°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

133 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

13.1h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

22° – 33°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

154 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.7h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (212 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

22° – 33°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

212 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Very High

12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

21° – 32°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

165 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

11.6h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

75 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

20° – 31°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

89 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.4

UV Index

High

11.1h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

18° – 30°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

57 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.2

UV Index

High

10.9h daylight

How to Get to Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo

By Air

By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo #

Felipe Carrillo Puerto’s centre is compact and manageable on foot, with streets linking markets, plazas and municipal buildings. Local taxis and colectivos connect the town to surrounding villages and to larger Quintana Roo destinations; intercity buses run to regional hubs.

Expect informal schedules and low fares; if you’re visiting Maya communities or archaeological sites, arrange transport through local operators or your accommodation.

Where to Stay in Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo #

Budget

Centro - $20-40/night

Basic guesthouses and small inns cluster around the central plaza. Clean, no-frills rooms and friendly hosts; options are limited, especially outside peak travel periods.

Mid-Range

Avenida Benito Juárez - $40-80/night

A few comfortable locally run hotels line the main avenue. Rooms are modest but pleasant; booking ahead recommended during festivals and holiday weekends.

Luxury

Near highway/Chetumal route - $80-120/night

High-end options are very limited in town; travelers often choose boutique stays in nearby coastal resorts. Expect to travel for true luxury accommodations.

Where to Eat in Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Pizza

Chicken

Nightlife in Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo #

Nightlife is understated: evenings usually consist of casual dinners, small bars and community events rather than clubs or late-night venues. For livelier nightlife, travellers typically head to Playa del Carmen, Tulum or Cancún.

Shopping in Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo #

Shopping focuses on local markets and small shops selling fresh produce, handicrafts and everyday goods. You’ll find artisan textiles and regional food items at market stalls, but selection is limited compared with the coastal tourist towns.