Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
March, February, January
May, June, July, August, September, October
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
Good For
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Holbox?
The best time to visit Holbox for backpacking is March, February, January, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Holbox due to better weather and lower costs.
→ See where to stay in HolboxBackpacking conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Holbox
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 80Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 41 |
February | 82Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 35 |
March | 84Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 29 |
April | 65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 40 |
May | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 93 |
June | 47Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 29° | 153 |
July | 51Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 29° | 115 |
August | 48Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 29° | 143 |
September | 44Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 29° | 174 |
October | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 133 |
November | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 57 |
December | 79Good Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 36 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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