Relevant information:
In Tulum the annual average temperature is of 26 C° (75 F°) and can climb up to 35 C° (86 F°) during summer months. The average humidity ranges from 70 to 80%.
What to bring:
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Light cotton clothing preferably light colors, hat, sandals, sneakers, sunglasses, sun cream, insect repellent, flashlight, and please do not forget to bring your medicine.
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Currency: Mexican Peso. If you wish to exchange currency, Euros, Dollars or traveler's cheques, its more convenient to do it at local banks in the town of Tulum.
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Electricity: Electricity is 110-120 Volts within Mexican territory.
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Time Zone: USA Eastern Time. + 6 hours from Greenwich.
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Official Language: Spanish
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Local Language: Maya. In the tourist area English, Italian, French and German are commonly spoken.
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Mosquito Happy Hour: During late afternoons, apply mosquito repellent and preferably wear long trousers.
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Using the Phone: The area code for the Riviera Maya (From Playa del Carmen to Tulum) is 984. All local numbers have 7 digits. To call local numbers within this area dial the 7 digits without the area code. Dialing to cell phones in the same area code requires the use of access code (044) and ten digits, 3 for the area code (984) and seven digits for the phone number. To call long distance within Mexico dial 01 + area code + phone number.
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