Quintana Roo, Mexico

Playa Uvas

Playa Uvas is a beach located in Mexico, accessible by bus or taxi. It is known for its natural beauty, although the beach is characterized by sharp and slippery rocks rather than pristine white sand. The beach is also noted for its thick and rocky terrain.

The beach offers several amenities for visitors. There are shops available for those interested in purchasing mementos. For those interested in water activities, snorkeling is a popular choice. There are also three pools available for use, although some visitors have reported that the water can be cloudy.

In terms of food, there are options available on-site, including homemade pizza and tacos. However, some visitors have found the food to be overpriced.

Explore places to stay near Playa Uvas and enjoy snorkeling amidst its natural beauty and rocky terrain.

The beach is not typically crowded, with few visitors reported. However, it is worth noting that the beach and its facilities close around 4 pm, making it difficult to catch a taxi back to the ferry after this time.

What to do at Playa Uvas?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa Uvas include Tortugas Snorkel Center and Beach Bar, Gustos Restaurant, El bucanero, Restaurante península and The Money Bar Beach Club.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful beach and the availability of several shops for purchasing mementos as the most liked features. The opportunity for activities like snorkeling was also appreciated by many. However, complaints were made about the beach being rocky and the pool being cloudy and dirty.

Where to Stay near Playa Uvas?

Most visitors to Playa Uvas stay in the nearby town of San Miguel de Cozumel, which offers a variety of accommodations and easy access to the beach. While Playa Uvas itself is not known for nearby accommodations, San Miguel de Cozumel provides a convenient base for exploring the area.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa Uvas?

Latitude: 20.4475115 / Longitude: -86.9903998

Playa Uvas is located in Quintana Roo. The following map of Playa Uvas shows the exact location.

Playa Uvas: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Today is an underwhelming day for a beach visit at Playa Uvas. The weather is quite unsettled with consistent drizzling rain expected throughout the day, so you will likely want to skip your plans for sunbathing. The skies are blanketed by heavy clouds, which might make the environment feel a bit gloomy. While the air temperature is warm at 31.3 °C and the water is inviting at 29.6 °C, the damp conditions make it less than ideal for lounging on the sand. If you do head out, be mindful that the UV Index is high at 7.8, so sun protection is still necessary despite the gloom. Winds are noticeable at times, though the water remains relatively calm. Overall, it is a day best spent enjoying indoor activities rather than hitting the beach.
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Air

Low / High27.2°C/31.3°C
Feels Like (High)37.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature29.6 °C
Wave Height0.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance55%
Rainfall2.1 mm
Rain Duration10 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:40/18:30
Sunshine Hours11.1 hrs
UV Index7.8
Cloud Cover85%
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Wind

Speed15.4 km/h
Gusts37.1 km/h
DirectionSE

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