Oxkintok
Archaeological Site Ancient Maya city with pyramids and stelae
Pre-Columbian Maya archaeological site in Yucatán with ruined plazas and masonry structures; attracts visitors interested in archaeology, quieter exploration and regional history.
How to Get to Oxkintok #
Oxkintok is located near the town of Halachó in Yucatán state. By car it is reachable from Mérida in roughly 1-1.5 hours via regional roads; local buses to Halachó followed by taxi are another option. The site is signposted from main regional roads.
Tips for Visiting Oxkintok #
- Bring sunscreen and a hat-the Yucatán sun is intense and shade is limited among ruins.
- Hire a local guide at Oxkintok for insight into the site's architectural peculiarities and its later-period modifications.
- Wear closed shoes-the limestone and roots make footing uneven in many areas.
Best Time to Visit Oxkintok #
Best in the dry season (Nov-Apr) for cooler, less humid weather and easier exploration of ruins.
Weather & Climate near Oxkintok #
Oxkintok's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1066 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 21 mm.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 28°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (182 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (111 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
