The month in detail
What to expect in May
May is peak dry season in Isla Holbox. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (8.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 7 out of 12 months in Isla Holbox. Compared to April: 6 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
26°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
13.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Isla Holbox is February (8.8/10), 3.3 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Mexico
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyMexican Peso ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMay · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 26°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 44%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Isla Holbox ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MexicoTropical climate with a 8.8 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
21.52°N · 87.38°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Isla Holbox?
February is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 7.4h of sunshine and 13.0% rainy days. The months of February & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Isla Holbox get in February?
Isla Holbox averages 7.4 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Isla Holbox?
September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Isla Holbox in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Isla Holbox good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Isla Holbox scores 8.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.5/10.
When should you avoid Isla Holbox?
September is the most difficult month to visit Isla Holbox, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Isla Holbox in May?
In May, the sea averages 26°C in Isla Holbox: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Isla Holbox in May?
The average UV index reaches 9 in May in Isla Holbox (very high), with about 13.0h of daylight. Protection essential.