AI-generatedIxtapa Zihuatanejo at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – May
- Warmest month
- May · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 30.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,190 h
- Rain a year
- 1,044 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Elevation
- 10 m
Climate in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 3,190 hours of sunshine a year, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is very sunny; April is the sunniest month with 9.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
The best time to visit Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is from November to May. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to May. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 287 mm.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in the dry season
Nov – May
Excellent
- 30–32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days in all
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in the rainy season
Jun – Oct
Good
- 30–32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 92 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo for you.
Your best months: January – February, November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – May
October is in the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 30°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:3918:25
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:26–07:08 · evening 17:56–18:39
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:17–06:26 · evening 18:39–18:47
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 30° from start to end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in October?
In October, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 18 days, totalling 177 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 46 min06:39 – 18:25
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 66 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 17 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−6offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %83 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %1 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo: score 100 against 77. Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 2 °C cooler in February. February has 18 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 20° |
| Sea | 29.7° | 27.7° |
| Sunshine | 8.0 h | 9.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 18 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 177 mm | 6 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 19better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
98January30° · Sea 28° · 8.4 h
In January, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in January100February30° · Sea 28° · 9.2 h
In February, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in February99March30° · Sea 27° · 8.8 h
In March, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in March100April31° · Sea 27° · 9.8 h
In April, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in April96May32° · Sea 28° · 9.7 h
In May, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 10 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in May85June31° · Sea 30° · 9.2 h
In June, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 15 days, totalling 160 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in June78July32° · Sea 30° · 8.8 h
In July, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 143 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in July77August31° · Sea 30° · 8.2 h
In August, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 207 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in August74September30° · Sea 30° · 7.1 h
In September, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 30.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 287 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in September77October30° · Sea 30° · 8.0 h
In October, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 18 days, totalling 177 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in October100November30° · Sea 29° · 9.4 h
In November, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 29 mm in total. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in November98December30° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In December, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (20°), the warmest in July (24°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 324 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 98 | 30° | 21° | 28.3° | 8.4 h | 1 | 9 |
| FebruaryFeb | 100 | 30° | 20° | 27.7° | 9.2 h | 0 | 6 |
| MarchMar | 99 | 30° | 21° | 27.2° | 8.8 h | 0 | 10 |
| AprilApr | 100 | 31° | 22° | 27.3° | 9.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| MayMay | 96 | 32° | 23° | 28.3° | 9.7 h | 2 | 10 |
| JuneJun | 85 | 31° | 24° | 29.5° | 9.2 h | 15 | 160 |
| JulyJul | 78 | 32° | 24° | 30.2° | 8.8 h | 17 | 143 |
| AugustAug | 77 | 31° | 24° | 30.4° | 8.2 h | 20 | 207 |
| SeptemberSep | 74 | 30° | 23° | 30.0° | 7.1 h | 22 | 287 |
| OctoberOct | 77 | 30° | 23° | 29.7° | 8.0 h | 18 | 177 |
| NovemberNov | 100 | 30° | 22° | 29.4° | 9.4 h | 4 | 29 |
| DecemberDec | 98 | 30° | 21° | 28.9° | 8.3 h | 1 | 6 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.2 – 30.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo ranges from 27.2 °C in March to 30.4 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in May. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 29.9 and 31.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.3° | 27.4° | 28.9° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.7° | 26.9° | 28.4° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.2° | 26.0° | 28.0° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.3° | 26.1° | 28.1° | warm |
| MayMay | 28.3° | 27.2° | 29.5° | warm |
| JuneJun | 29.5° | 28.6° | 30.2° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 30.2° | 29.6° | 30.7° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 30.4° | 29.9° | 31.0° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 30.0° | 29.4° | 30.7° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.7° | 29.2° | 30.2° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.4° | 28.8° | 29.9° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.9° | 28.3° | 29.6° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.0 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo, 68 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo has about 18 rainy days with 177 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
How breezy and how cloudy Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 66 % of the sky over Ixtapa Zihuatanejo: mostly cloudy, with about 8.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
How often the day gets hot in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Ixtapa Zihuatanejo has about 17 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 77).
- 100
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.5 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 94
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 77
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 77
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 98
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 35 min
- Distance
- 9,230 km
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (7 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Mexico
- Currency
- Mexican Peso (MXN)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 127 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +52
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 127 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo lies in an area that Eastern Pacific hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from May to November, with most storms from August to September. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May: Season
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Season
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Ixtapa Zihuatanejo vs Zihuatanejo
In October the holiday weather in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo and Zihuatanejo is about equally good (score 77 vs 74). During the day it is about as warm in Zihuatanejo as in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo. The sea is about equally warm. Zihuatanejo gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Ixtapa Zihuatanejo | Zihuatanejo |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 74 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 18 | 20 |
| Best time | Nov – May | Nov – May |
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Frequently asked questions about Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
When is the best time to visit Ixtapa Zihuatanejo?
The best time to visit Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is from November to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo?
The sea temperature in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo ranges from 27.2 °C in March to 30.4 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 287 mm. The driest month is April with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ixtapa Zihuatanejo get?
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo gets around 3,190 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 9.8 hours a day; in September there are 7.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Ixtapa Zihuatanejo in?
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is on UTC−6 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo?
A nonstop flight from London to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo takes about 11 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,230 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is hurricane season in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo?
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo lies in an area that Eastern Pacific hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from May to November, with most storms from August to September. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Ixtapa Zihuatanejo?
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 77). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 100, May half-term 94, summer holidays 77, October half-term 77, Christmas holidays 98.