Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Bacalar in March
Bacalar sees its driest month, with just 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain, highs of 85°F (29°C) and lows of 73°F (23°C).
At 87/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (38 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 85°F (29°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
About 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's March.
Plan around March
March is one of Bacalar's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from February (87 → 87/100).
- March sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bacalar in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Cenote Azul
90-m deep cenote for swimming, with a lakeside restaurant.
Why now March scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bacalar Lagoon Sailboat Tour
Sail the lagoon of seven colors to the Pirates' Channel and Bird Island.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Chacchoben
Maya ruins in the jungle with restored temples.
La Playita
Lagoon restaurant with a jetty for swimming.
Mango y Chile
Vegan restaurant by the fort with lagoon views.
Nearby in March
- Tulum in March~122 mi · highs 84°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Playa del Carmen in March~160 mi · highs 81°F, 1.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bacalar in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Bacalar?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain. March is inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
How hot is Bacalar in March?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bacalar in March?
Not much: about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.8 in (1392 mm).
What should I pack for Bacalar in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in March
- Tulum & Riviera Maya Dec – Apr
Planning Bacalar in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.