Holbox Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 06:40 (America/Cancun)
Mexico · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 06:40 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
27.2°C
81.0°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
0.3°C below
The August average in our archive is 27.5°C (81.4°F).
Recent trend
Cooling by 0.3°C
Seven-day average: 27.5°C, versus 27.7°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Warm water
Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Holbox, monthly averages range from about 27.5°C (81.4°F) in July to 27.6°C (81.7°F) in June.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Holbox has been 27.5°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 27.0°C / 80.6°F | 27.6°C / 81.7°F | 28.3°C / 82.9°F |
| July | 26.9°C / 80.4°F | 27.5°C / 81.4°F | 28.7°C / 83.7°F |
| August | 27.0°C / 80.6°F | 27.5°C / 81.4°F | 28.2°C / 82.8°F |
Profile calculated from 1647 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Holbox
Car-free island with summer whale sharks and shallow, calm flats.
- Area
- Quintana Roo
Holbox Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Holbox today?
The current sea surface temperature in Holbox is 27.2°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 27.5°C.
When is the water warmest in Holbox?
The warmest monthly average in the Holbox archive is June, at around 27.6°C (81.7°F).
When is the water coldest in Holbox?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is July, at around 27.5°C (81.4°F).
Can you swim in Holbox today?
At 27.2°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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