Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico? If you're planning to go to Bacalar, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Based on the climate and weather in Bacalar, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Bacalar, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel insurance

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  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly option.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico by month

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January

January in Bacalar is pretty consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (low 20s C) to 80s F (high 20s C).

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February

Traveling to Bacalar in February, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

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March

If you go to Bacalar in March, you will notice that it is really hot and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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April

April in Bacalar is consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to low 90s F (low 30s C).

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May

If you are traveling to Bacalar in May, you will notice that it is sweltering. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).

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June

If you go to Bacalar in June, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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July

If you visit Bacalar during July, you are likely to see that it can be very hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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August

In August, Bacalar can be blisteringly hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Bacalar, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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September

In September, Bacalar is extremely hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Bacalar, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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October

October in Bacalar is consistently hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to low 90s F (low 30s C).

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November

If you go to Bacalar in November, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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December

If you are traveling to Bacalar in December, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

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Activities for Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Bacalar.

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