Weather & travel · verified 2026-10-02
Holbox in December: weather, crowds & prices
Typical highs 28°C / 82°F, lows 20°C / 68°F, sea 25°C. Expect 60 mm of rain across 8 rainy days, afternoon winds of 22 km/h. Crowds are peak; rates are peak-season rates.
December by the numbers
Temperature
28° / 20°C
82° / 68°F
Sea surface
25°C
77°F
Rainfall
60 mm
~8 rain days
Humidity
74%
afternoon avg
Wind
22 km/h
afternoon avg
Crowds
Peak
Book ahead
Prices
Peak-season rates
Hurricane risk
None
Pros
- Classic Caribbean weather — sunny, warm, low humidity
- Perfect kitesurf conditions
- Festive vibe through December
- No sargassum
Cons
- Christmas + New Year weeks are the most expensive on the calendar
- Hotels + flights sell out 3-6 months in advance
- Occasional cold-front days with wind and shorter sun
- Whale shark season closed
Insider tip
For Christmas / New Year, book 6+ months out. For early December (1-18), prices are much softer and the island is quieter.
What’s active in December
water
Whale sharks
Closed
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Bioluminescence
Viewable
waves
Sargassum pressure
Minimal
air
Kitesurfing wind
Strong
FAQ
- Is December a good month to visit Isla Holbox?
- Classic Caribbean weather — sunny, warm, low humidity Perfect kitesurf conditions Downsides: christmas + new year weeks are the most expensive on the calendar and hotels + flights sell out 3-6 months in advance.
- What's the weather like on Holbox in December?
- Typical highs around 28°C (82°F), lows around 20°C (68°F). Sea surface temperature averages 25°C. Expect roughly 60mm of rainfall across 8 rain days, and afternoon winds around 22 km/h. Humidity sits near 74%.
- What are prices and crowds like in December?
- Peak crowds with peak-season rates. Book hotels and signature tours 2-4 months ahead; Christmas/NY and Easter require 6+ months.
- Can I see whale sharks in December?
- No — whale shark season runs May 15 through September 15. Focus on 3-islands, biolum, or beach instead.
- What about bioluminescence in December?
- Available year-round but variable. Pick a new-moon night for best viewing. See /bioluminescence for a 14-night forecast.
See also: 7-day live forecast · Sargassum today · Whale shark season · Bioluminescence tonight