Isla Santa Catalina Island
Gulf of California island with fishing community
Off Baja California Sur near Loreto, Isla Santa Catalina draws snorkelers, kayakers and campers for clear waters, desert-island hikes and marine life excursions from the mainland.
Isla Santa Catalina at a Glance#
Best Time to Visit Isla Santa Catalina#
The most reliable time to visit Isla Santa Catalina is late winter through spring (Feb-May) for calm seas and moderate temperatures.
Summer
June-August · 28-35°C
Hottest period with warm sea temperatures-good for swimming but also coincides with the Eastern Pacific hurricane season (June-November).
Late Winter-Spring (Best access)
February-May · 22-30°C
Milder, dry conditions and generally calmer seas-often the most comfortable and reliable time for boat access and snorkeling.
Winter
December-January · 18-25°C
Mild and drier than summer; a good quieter time to visit with comfortable temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Isla Santa Catalina#
Climate
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 34°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 31
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 10° - 22° | 16° | 17 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 10° - 23° | 17° | 8 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 11° - 25° | 18° | 3 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 13° - 28° | 21° | 0 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 15° - 30° | 23° | 0 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 19° - 33° | 26° | 1 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 23° - 35° | 29° | 20 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 23° - 34° | 29° | 68 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 22° - 34° | 28° | 92 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 19° - 31° | 25° | 21 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 14° - 26° | 20° | 12 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 11° - 23° | 17° | 20 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |