December · Mexico
Best time to visit Holbox in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Holbox in December
Average temperature 25°C, 81 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.1/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 81 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Holbox scores 7.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 81 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Holbox's sand streets, flamingos and whale sharks make it the Yucatán's barefoot island.
December holds up well in Holbox — 12th best month
December averages 25°C (76°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 81 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.1/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? April scores 2.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Holbox in December?
- In December, Holbox averages 25°C, 81 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Holbox?
- December earns a 7.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Holbox in December?
- Expect about 81 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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