Playa del Carmen - Plage de
Quintana Roo, Mexico β 3.1 km
Playa del Carmen beach
Playa del Carmen
π²π½ Quintana Roo Β· Mexico β Altitude 8 m
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This live camera looks out over the Caribbean coast of Playa del Carmen on the Riviera Maya. It is a useful way to judge sea and sky conditions before planning a day on the sand or a trip along the coast.
A Caribbean town on the Riviera Maya
Playa del Carmen sits on the Caribbean coast of Quintana Roo, roughly an hour south of Cancun. The town grew from a fishing village into a busy resort base, known for its long white-sand beaches, shallow turquoise water, and as the gateway to the Mayan ruins and cenotes further inland. Its pace is relaxed by day and lively in the evening, with a pedestrian avenue full of cafes and shops.
What the view shows and when to watch
The camera is set on a beach camera category, so it is mainly useful for seeing the water colour, wave height, and how busy the sand is at a given moment. Mornings often bring the calmest sea and clearest light, while afternoons can build clouds and brief showers. Watch during the dry winter months for the most stable conditions, or check in the early hours for a quiet view.
Climate, getting around and nearby views
The climate is tropical and warm year round, with the hottest and wettest period from June to October and the driest, most comfortable weather from December to April. Hurricane season runs through the autumn, so check forecasts before travelling then. Nearby cameras include the Xpu Ha coast, about 21 km away, and Puerto Morelos, about 32 km north, for comparing conditions along the shoreline.
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About this camera
What is the weather in Playa del Carmen now?
The current weather and a 3-day forecast for Playa del Carmen are shown in the live block on this page and update with the page. Check it before heading to the beach.
What time is it in Playa del Carmen?
The local time for Playa del Carmen is displayed on this page. The town uses Eastern Standard Time all year without daylight saving changes, so it is a fixed offset from many other places.
Where exactly is this camera located?
The camera is in Playa del Carmen in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, on the Caribbean coast. The map on this page marks its position among the nearby Riviera Maya cameras.
When is the best time to watch the beach?
Mornings tend to offer the calmest water and clearest light, while the dry months from December to April usually have the most settled weather for viewing the coast.
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