What to Wear in Tulum

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Got tickets booked for Tulum? Here is our guide to help you prepare your wardrobe for this magical beach destination.

The Best Time to Visit Tulum

Tulum is hot year round with temperatures ranging from 95 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit.

Our favorite time to visit is November, December, or January when the crowds are sparser and the weather is slightly cooler. It also gives us a chance to snowbird from Seattle.

Tulum is hottest in the summer (June through August), so if you want a beach vacation without the heat, opt for the less busy seasons. Summer also invites sargassum (seaweed) to the beaches which stinks up the place. It can be very unpleasant.

Don’t forget to read our complete Tulum travel guide to find things to do and see.

I love traveling to tropical destinations in the wintertime because I can fit everything into a single carry-on. I can also wear bikinis. crop tops, and sundresses all day!

Here is the clothing I typically pack in my suitcase for a week in Tulum:

3 bikinis
2 one piece swimsuits
1-2 sarongs
3-4 summer dresses
1-2 Kimonos
4 tops
2 pants
2 skirts
2 sandals
2-3 hats
2 shorts
2-3 sunglasses

Other things I pack:

Rechargeable Fan
Sunblock
Water Bottle
Toiletry Kit
Crossbody Purse
lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag
Laundry Detergent (if you plan to do laundry)
Microfiber Beach Towel

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Outfit Examples

Here are some styles I wore while exploring this magical destination!

Outfit #1: One Piece Swimsuit + Flowy Pants

This outfit combo is so easy! I love wearing one-piece swimsuits as a bodysuit with a coverup bottom.

What I’m Wearing: One piece swimsuit by Dippin Daisies | Cover-up Pants by Lovers And Friends | Straw Fedora by Furtalk

#2 Cotton Slipdress

Sundresses are always a good idea in Tulum. Make sure the material is thin, breathable, and flowy and you should be good to go. Don’t forget to accessorize to elevate your outfits with sunglasses, hair accessories, sandals, and a cute purse.

What I’m Wearing: Cotton slip dress by Motel Rocks (similar here) | Quay Sunglasses | Headband from Amazon | Arizona Sandals