Isla Holbox · SummerMonth summary
Isla Holbox weather in August
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
77°F – 88°F
🌧 Rainy days
68% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (8.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Isla Holbox in August?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: August is a good time to visit Isla Holbox. February remains slightly better (+1.4 pts).
By trip type
Isla Holbox in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in August
In the height of summer, Isla Holbox sees high temperatures (31°F). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. With 68% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (8.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | 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
◀ 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 August, Isla Holbox averages 88°F, 68% rainy days and 12.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.2/10.
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Comparison
August vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -3°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -42%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Isla Holbox in August
Is August a good time to visit Isla Holbox?
August is an acceptable time for Isla Holbox (score 7.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider February (8.6/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Isla Holbox in August?
Yes, 68% of days see rain in August. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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