Isla Holbox Weather in October 2026: what to expect (5.0/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in October

October falls in the wet season in Isla Holbox. Showers are often brief but intense. With 57.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

October ranks 8 out of 12 months in Isla Holbox. Compared to September: −2°F daytime, 18 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in October

UV index

7 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

very humid

23°

Sea

28°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

11.5h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 31

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Is October the right month?

The best month in Isla Holbox is February (8.5/10), 3.5 pts higher than October.

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Context

Our verdict

Isla Holbox, small island in the north of Yucatán in Mexico in the Yum Balam Biosphere Reserve : 2000 permanent inhabitants over 25 miles long and 1.2 miles wide, sandy island where no cars are allowed (transport: golf carts = electric golf carts, bicycles, scooters).

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Practical info

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 · 90°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 79°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 75%

🏝️ 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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Mexico

Tropical climate with a 8.5 → 4.6 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 82°F highs, 72°F lows, 7.4h of sunshine and 26.0% rainy days. The months of February & January 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 8.0/10.

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 72°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.

Is Isla Holbox good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Isla Holbox scores 7.7/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.0/10.

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 October?

In October, the sea averages 83°F in Isla Holbox: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Isla Holbox in October?

The average UV index reaches 7 in October in Isla Holbox (high), with about 11.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.