Isla Holbox, MexicoQuick decision
When to visit Isla Holbox?
🌞 Best time overall
February
🌡️ Optimal temperature
72°F–82°F in February
🌧 Least rain
26% rainy days in February
🌧 Wettest month
September (75%)
📅 Best score
8.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Whale SharksJune–September — swimming with whale sharks, boat excursion.
BioluminescenceMay–October — glowing plankton in the night lagoon.
BeachNovember–May — white sand, hammocks and no cars.
FlamingosApril–October — spotting in mangroves and lagoons.
Monthly climate data
Isla Holbox weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 72°F | 79°F | 34% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 72°F | 82°F | 26% | 0.0in | 10.9h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ March | 72°F | 86°F | 20% | 0.0in | 11.8h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 75°F | 88°F | 25% | 0.0in | 12.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 77°F | 90°F | 35% | 0.1in | 12.5h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ June | 77°F | 88°F | 63% | 0.2in | 12.5h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ July | 79°F | 88°F | 63% | 0.1in | 12.1h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ August | 77°F | 88°F | 68% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ September | 77°F | 88°F | 75% | 0.2in | 11.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 77°F | 86°F | 57% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 73°F | 82°F | 46% | 0.1in | 10.8h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 72°F | 81°F | 37% | 0.1in | 10.2h | 8.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 31°F, 27% rainy days, 12.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 31°F, 65% rainy days, 12.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 30°F, 59% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 27°F, 32% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.2/10.
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FAQ
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February is ideal with 26% rainy days and 28°F.
September is the wettest month with 75% rainy days.
Yes, February is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 8.2/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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