Town in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Bacalar weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bacalar
Nov–Apr is dry with calm, clear water; Dec–Jan is busiest. May–Oct is hot, humid and rainy; the lagoon can turn cloudy after storms.
Bacalar weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan27°68 mm
- Feb28°40 mm
- Mar29°38 mm
- Apr31°39 mm
- May31°130 mm
- Jun30°201 mm
- Jul30°120 mm
- Aug30°154 mm
- Sep30°172 mm
- Oct29°221 mm
- Nov28°128 mm
- Dec27°81 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 22°C71°F | 68 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 28°C83°F | 22°C72°F | 40 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C85°F | 23°C74°F | 38 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| April | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 39 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| May | 31°C88°F | 26°C78°F | 130 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 201 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 120 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C87°F | 26°C79°F | 154 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 172 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| October | 29°C84°F | 25°C77°F | 221 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| November | 28°C82°F | 23°C73°F | 128 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C81°F | 22°C72°F | 81 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
Best months across Mexico
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico City | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Apr (28°C) |
| Cancún | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Tulum | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Playa del Carmen | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Puerto Vallarta | Nov–Apr | May (38°C) |
| Cabo San Lucas | Nov–Apr | Aug (31°C) |
| Oaxaca | Oct–Mar | Apr (31°C) |
| Guadalajara | Oct–Apr | May (33°C) |
| Mérida | Nov–Mar | May (35°C) |
| San Miguel de Allende | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | May (30°C) |
| Puerto Escondido | Nov–Apr | Apr (36°C) |
| Cozumel | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Isla Mujeres | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Sayulita | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Holbox | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Bacalar | Nov–Apr | May (31°C) |
| San Cristóbal de las Casas | Nov–Apr | Apr (25°C) |
| Mazatlán | Nov–Apr | Jun (31°C) |
| Guanajuato | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | May (30°C) |
| Monterrey | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jun (37°C) |
| Valladolid | Nov–Mar | May (34°C) |
| La Paz | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Aug (35°C) |
| Puebla | Nov–Apr | Apr (28°C) |
| Acapulco | Dec–Apr | Apr (34°C) |
| Querétaro | Nov–Mar | May (31°C) |
| Tijuana | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Puerto Morelos | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Mazunte | Nov–Apr | May (31°C) |
| Todos Santos | Mar–May, Nov–Dec | Jul (35°C) |
| Ajijic | Nov–Mar | May (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bacalar?
Nov–Apr. Nov–Apr is dry with calm, clear water; Dec–Jan is busiest. May–Oct is hot, humid and rainy; the lagoon can turn cloudy after storms.
When is the rainy season in Bacalar?
Rain peaks in October with about 221 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun, Aug–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Bacalar?
May, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Bacalar get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 22°C (71°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.