Surfing in Mexico
SurfScanners covers 2 surf spots in Mexico, including spots in Oaxaca and Colima. Of those, 2 suit advanced surfers. Across them, the water averages ~27°C in March and ~31°C in August.
Surf spots in Mexico
Mexico water temperature by month
Average across the spots above, with the coldest and warmest spot's in brackets.
January
~27°C (27–28°C): boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
February
~28°C (27–28°C): boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
March
~27°C: boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
April
~27°C (26–28°C): boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
May
~28°C (28–29°C): boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
June
~30°C (29–30°C): boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
July
~31°C (30–31°C): boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
August
~31°C: boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
September
~31°C: boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
October
~30°C: boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
November
~30°C (29–30°C): boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
December
~29°C: boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed
Surfing in Mexico: FAQ
When is the best time to surf in Mexico?
For advanced surfers: Apr–Oct. Across the country, waves are biggest in June, averaging 5.1 ft (1.5 m), and smallest in December, at 3.2 ft (1.0 m).
What is the water temperature in Mexico?
Averaged across our 2 spots, it ranges from ~27°C in March to ~31°C in August.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Mexico?
Year-round (~27-31°C): boardshorts or a rashguard, no wetsuit needed.
Is Mexico good for beginner surfers?
Not really: the spots we cover in Mexico are better suited to intermediate and advanced surfers.
Where are the best surf spots in Mexico?
We cover 2 spots in Mexico. Advanced only: Zicatela and Pascuales.