Isla Holbox · SpringMonth summary
Isla Holbox weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 32°C
🌧 Rainy days
35% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.7/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (8.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Isla Holbox in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 32°C.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Isla Holbox in May: 32°C and 12.5h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Isla Holbox in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Water at 29°C and lively beaches — May is peak swimming season in Isla Holbox Spring marks the start of the good season in Isla Holbox. Temperatures rise (32°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 35% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (8.6/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 22°C | 26°C | 34% | 1.6 | 10.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 22°C | 28°C | 26% | 1.1 | 10.9h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ March | 22°C | 30°C | 20% | 0.7 | 11.8h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 24°C | 31°C | 25% | 1.1 | 12.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 25°C | 32°C | 35% | 1.9 | 12.5h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ June | 25°C | 31°C | 63% | 5.5 | 12.5h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 31°C | 63% | 3.0 | 12.1h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ August | 25°C | 31°C | 68% | 3.8 | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ September | 25°C | 31°C | 75% | 4.8 | 11.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 25°C | 30°C | 57% | 4.1 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 23°C | 28°C | 46% | 2.5 | 10.8h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 22°C | 27°C | 37% | 1.5 | 10.2h | 8.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Isla Holbox averages 32°C, 35% rainy days and 12.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.7/10.
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Comparison
May vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -4°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -9%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Isla Holbox in May
Is May a good time to visit Isla Holbox?
May is an excellent time to visit Isla Holbox (score 7.7/10). With 32°C, 12.5h of sunshine and 35% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Isla Holbox in May?
With 32°C max and 12.5h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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