Pacific Coast

39 tracked beaches in Pacific Coast, Mexico, with live Pacific Ocean temperatures.

Sea
Pacific Ocean
Avg sea temp now
Best months
Year-round

Pacific Coast is a coastal area of Mexico on the Pacific Ocean, with 39 tracked beaches. The sea here ranges from about 25°C in the coolest month to 29°C at the summer peak, with roughly 12 months a year sitting above 20°C — the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit. Use the beach list below to check the current sea temperature at each spot before you head out.

Best time to swim in Pacific Coast

The sea in Pacific Coast peaks in July, when the water averages around 29°C.

The main swimming season runs from January – December, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.

On average, 12 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.

The coldest month is typically January at around 25°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.

Pacific Coast sea temperature history

Long-term climatology for Pacific Coast shows an annual mean sea temperature of 27°C, ranging from 25°C in winter to 29°C at the summer peak.

The seasonal swing is roughly 4°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.

Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Pacific Coast, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.

Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.

Jan
25°C
Feb
25°C
Mar
25°C
Apr
26°C
May
27°C
Jun
28°C
Jul
29°C
Aug
29°C
Sep
29°C
Oct
28°C
Nov
27°C
Dec
26°C

Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.

Pacific Coast sea temperature: frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month to swim in Pacific Coast?

July is the warmest month in Pacific Coast, when the sea averages about 29°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.

When is the sea coldest in Pacific Coast?

The coldest month in Pacific Coast is typically January, when the water averages around 25°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.

When can you swim in Pacific Coast without a wetsuit?

The main swimming season in Pacific Coast runs from January – December — about 12 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.

Do I need a wetsuit in Pacific Coast?

Pacific Coast stays warm year-round, so most swimmers never need a wetsuit — a rash guard is usually enough for sun and wildlife protection.

What is the average sea temperature in Pacific Coast?

The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Pacific Coast is about 27°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.

How do I check the current sea temperature in Pacific Coast?

The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Pacific Coast, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.

Beaches in the Pacific Coast

Ranked by current live sea temperature.

  1. 1
    Playa Olas Altas PV
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
  2. 2
    Playa Los Muertos
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
  3. 3
    Playa Conchas Chinas
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
  4. 4
    Playa Las Gemelas
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
  5. 5
    Playa Las Animas
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
  6. 6
    Playa Mismaloya
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
  7. 7
    Yelapa Beach
    Yelapa, Mexico
  8. 8
    Playa Caballo
    Sayulita, Mexico
  9. 9
    Sayulita Beach
    Sayulita, Mexico
  10. 10
    San Pancho Beach
    San Pancho, Mexico
  11. 11
    Punta Mita Beach
    Punta Mita, Mexico
  12. 12
    Manzanillo Las Brisas
    Manzanillo, Mexico
  13. 13
    Playa Miramar
    Manzanillo, Mexico
  14. 14
    La Audiencia
    Manzanillo, Mexico
  15. 15
    Playa La Madera
    Zihuatanejo, Mexico
  16. 16
    Playa La Ropa
    Zihuatanejo, Mexico
  17. 17
    Playa Las Gatas
    Zihuatanejo, Mexico
  18. 18
    Playa El Palmar
    Ixtapa, Mexico
  19. 19
    Playa Linda
    Ixtapa, Mexico
  20. 20
    Playa Quieta
    Ixtapa, Mexico
  21. 21
    Acapulco Diamante
    Acapulco, Mexico
  22. 22
    Playa Condesa
    Acapulco, Mexico
  23. 23
    Playa Caleta
    Acapulco, Mexico
  24. 24
    Playa Revolcadero
    Acapulco, Mexico
  25. 25
    Playa Pie de la Cuesta
    Acapulco, Mexico
  26. 26
    Playa Zicatela
    Puerto Escondido, Mexico
  27. 27
    Playa Carrizalillo
    Puerto Escondido, Mexico
  28. 28
    Playa Bacocho
    Puerto Escondido, Mexico
  29. 29
    Playa Manzanillo PE
    Puerto Escondido, Mexico
  30. 30
    Playa Marinero
    Puerto Escondido, Mexico
  31. 31
    Mazunte Beach
    Mazunte, Mexico
  32. 32
    Zipolite Beach
    Zipolite, Mexico
  33. 33
    San Agustinillo
    San Agustinillo, Mexico
  34. 34
    Huatulco Santa Cruz
    Huatulco, Mexico
  35. 35
    Playa La Entrega
    Huatulco, Mexico
  36. 36
    Bahías de Huatulco
    Huatulco, Mexico
  37. 37
    Mazatlán Olas Altas
    Mazatlán, Mexico
  38. 38
    Mazatlán Zona Dorada
    Mazatlán, Mexico
  39. 39
    Playa Cerritos Mazatlán
    Mazatlán, Mexico

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