Island in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Holbox weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Holbox
Nov–Mar is dry and breezy; whale sharks run Jun–Sep when it's hot and rainy. Hurricanes Aug–Oct; sargassum and mosquitoes at times.
Holbox weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°51 mm
- Feb27°40 mm
- Mar29°28 mm
- Apr30°35 mm
- May31°78 mm
- Jun30°174 mm
- Jul30°96 mm
- Aug30°111 mm
- Sep30°166 mm
- Oct28°169 mm
- Nov27°82 mm
- Dec27°53 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C79°F | 20°C69°F | 51 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| February | 27°C81°F | 21°C70°F | 40 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C83°F | 22°C71°F | 28 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C86°F | 23°C73°F | 35 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| May | 31°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 78 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C86°F | 25°C77°F | 174 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C86°F | 25°C78°F | 96 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C87°F | 26°C78°F | 111 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 166 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C83°F | 25°C76°F | 169 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| November | 27°C81°F | 23°C73°F | 82 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C80°F | 22°C71°F | 53 mm | 79% | 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 Holbox?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is dry and breezy; whale sharks run Jun–Sep when it's hot and rainy. Hurricanes Aug–Oct; sargassum and mosquitoes at times.
When is the rainy season in Holbox?
Rain peaks in June with about 174 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun, Sep–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Holbox?
May, with average highs of 31°C (87°F).
How cold does Holbox get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 20°C (69°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.