Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres environmental and climate profiles

Isla Contoy, located 30 kilometers north of Isla Mujeres on the Yucatan Peninsula, serves as a protected national park known as the Island of Birds. To preserve its ecosystem, which hosts 152 bird species and seven mangrove lagoons, authorities strictly limit visitor access to 200 people per day. The uninhabited island lacks permanent residents, hotels, or roads, requiring boat transfers from Isla Mujeres or Cancun for access.

Isla Mujeres maintains a warm tropical climate throughout the year. During the winter and spring, the island experiences a drier season with average daytime temperatures around 82°F (28°C) and nighttime temperatures near 68°F (20°C). Rainfall is relatively low in January, averaging approximately 4.01 inches. The Caribbean Sea temperatures remain stable, averaging around 79°F (26°C), supporting activities such as snorkeling and diving.