When to go to Caribbean coast: Riviera Maya and Holbox

Tailor-made holidays

Flexible, custom-made holidays to Latin America created to match your exact requirements: our tailor-made itineraries are as unique as the clients for whom they are designed.

Design my Trip

November - April

This is the dry season, with slightly lower temperatures which still average around 25°C at their coolest. Weather conditions are perfect for the beach, with little rainfall, although in November there is still a chance of hurricanes. The Riviera Maya Jazz Festival on Mamitas beach, Playa del Carmen, takes place annually in late November.

29°C Average max daytime temperature

19°C Average min nighttime temperature

5 days per season rainfall

Moderate humidity

Colourful hammocks in the sea in Mexico

May - October

May constitutes the hottest month, peaking at a sweltering 36°C, with next to no rain. October is the wettest month with an average of five rainy days, though this rainfall comes in quick, heavy bursts which clear up quickly. You can enjoy the beach at any time of year here, although there is a risk of tropical storms between September – November.

31°C Average max daytime temperature

22°C Average min nighttime temperature

11 days per season rainfall

High humidity

Riviera Maya

Papagaio

Your edit for Latin American inspiration

Our exciting range of articles on Latin America explore everything from iconic destinations and lesser-known cultural gems to delicious traditional recipes. You’ll also find exclusive travel tips, first-hand client reviews and the chance to get your personal questions answered by our travel experts.

View Extraordinary Inspiration
Bartolome, Galápagos

Meet our team

Real Latin american experts

  • Kathryn
    Kathryn Rhodes - Travel Expert

    Kathryn backpacked across Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru before joining us. She has a degree in Philosophy and French and is a keen netball player.

  • Paul Winrow Giffin
    Paul Winrow-Giffin - Travel Expert

    After graduating in Computer Science, Paul spent seven months travelling from Colombia to Argentina and came home hooked on Latin America.

  • Rosie profile
    Rosie Kay - Travel Expert

    During a career break, Rosie embarked on an unforgettable year-long backpacking trip across Latin America. Now back in the UK, she is excited to share her knowledge and experiences with others, helping them discover her favourite place in the world.

  • Alex
    Alex Walker - Travel Expert

    A globetrotter since her childhood, Alex spent a year studying abroad in Guadalajara and has returned to Latin America countless times since then.

  • Ben
    Ben Line - Travel Expert

    Ben fell in love with Latin America on a six month backpacking trip from Colombia to Mexico in 1995. Since then he has explored most of South America, including living in Peru for a year. He is now Head of Sales.

  • Sallly
    Sally Dodge - Travel Expert

    A former Journey Latin America tour leader, Sally spent 7 years working, travelling and living throughout Latin America before returning to the UK to help people arrange their own adventures to this wonderful destination.

0 1 2 3 4 5