Our verdict
The best time to visit Bacalar is January-February
In the summer months, temperatures can reach as high as 33℃ (92℉) in Bacalar. The coldest it usually gets in winter-time in Bacalar is around 19℃ (66℉).
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Bacalar, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in August are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. October sees the most amount of rain in a month if you’re ok with chancing getting drenched, so if you’re looking to stay dry, visit in March instead.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Bacalar, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Bacalar seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Bacalar as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Bacalar is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
Season | Months |
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Summer | June to August |
Autumn/fall | September to November |
Winter | December to February |
Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Bacalar
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Bacalar for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Bacalar climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Bacalar for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Bacalar in January
- Average temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 42mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in January, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Bacalar in February
- Average temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in February, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Bacalar in March
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average low temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 17mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in March, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Bacalar in April
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 28mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in April, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bacalar in May
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 53mm (2") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in May, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bacalar in June
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 31℃ (88℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 93mm (4") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bacalar in July
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 68mm (3") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bacalar in August
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (90℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 85mm (3") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bacalar in September
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 96mm (4") over 23 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
Bacalar in October
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (87℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 123mm (5") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in October, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bacalar in November
- Average temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 49mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Bacalar in December
- Average temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bacalar in December, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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