AI-generatedPuerto Escondido at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Apr
- Warmest month
- Apr · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 30.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,610 h
- Rain a year
- 2,624 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Elevation
- 50 m
Climate in Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while September is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,610 hours of sunshine a year, Puerto Escondido is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Puerto Escondido
The best time to visit Puerto Escondido is from November to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to April. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 687 mm.
Puerto Escondido through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Puerto Escondido in the dry season
Nov – May
Excellent
- 30–33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Puerto Escondido in the rainy season
Jun – Oct
Good
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 122 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – Apr
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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Your best months: December – February
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 – April
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 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:2018:08
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 06:06–06:49 · evening 17:39–18:21
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:58–06:06 · evening 18:21–18:30
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 Puerto Escondido 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 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 22° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Puerto Escondido in October?
In October, Puerto Escondido 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. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 496 mm. On about 15 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 Puerto Escondido.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 48 min06:20 – 18:08
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 69 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 15 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−6offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %38 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
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 Puerto Escondido
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Puerto Escondido: score 98 against 68. In January, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in January. January has 21 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 68 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 30° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 21° |
| Sea | 29.7° | 28.1° |
| Sunshine | 5.3 h | 8.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 23 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 496 mm | 6 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 27better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Puerto Escondido month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
98January31° · Sea 28° · 8.5 h
In January, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 24 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in January97February31° · Sea 28° · 8.6 h
In February, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in February94March32° · Sea 28° · 8.9 h
In March, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in March91April33° · Sea 28° · 9.3 h
In April, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 15 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in April76May32° · Sea 29° · 8.0 h
In May, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 134 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 a good month for a holiday in Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in May68June31° · Sea 30° · 5.5 h
In June, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 423 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in June70July31° · Sea 30° · 6.2 h
In July, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 328 mm. On about 26 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in July68August31° · Sea 30° · 5.3 h
In August, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 30.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 419 mm. On about 23 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in August64September30° · Sea 30° · 4.1 h
In September, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 687 mm. On about 15 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in September68October30° · Sea 30° · 5.3 h
In October, Puerto Escondido 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. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 496 mm. On about 15 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in October88November30° · Sea 30° · 7.7 h
In November, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 94 mm in total. On about 20 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in November98December31° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In December, Puerto Escondido is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 22 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 Puerto Escondido.
Puerto Escondido in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Puerto Escondido
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 January (21°), the warmest in May (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 353 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 | 31° | 21° | 28.1° | 8.5 h | 2 | 6 |
| FebruaryFeb | 97 | 31° | 21° | 28.1° | 8.6 h | 1 | 5 |
| MarchMar | 94 | 32° | 22° | 28.0° | 8.9 h | 1 | 7 |
| AprilApr | 91 | 33° | 24° | 28.4° | 9.3 h | 3 | 15 |
| MayMay | 76 | 32° | 24° | 29.4° | 8.0 h | 14 | 134 |
| JuneJun | 68 | 31° | 24° | 29.9° | 5.5 h | 24 | 423 |
| JulyJul | 70 | 31° | 23° | 30.1° | 6.2 h | 23 | 328 |
| AugustAug | 68 | 31° | 23° | 30.3° | 5.3 h | 26 | 419 |
| SeptemberSep | 64 | 30° | 23° | 29.9° | 4.1 h | 26 | 687 |
| OctoberOct | 68 | 30° | 23° | 29.7° | 5.3 h | 23 | 496 |
| NovemberNov | 88 | 30° | 22° | 29.5° | 7.7 h | 10 | 94 |
| DecemberDec | 98 | 31° | 22° | 28.6° | 8.3 h | 2 | 11 |
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
15.86° N, 97.07° W · 50 m · America/Mexico_City
Sea temperature in Puerto Escondido
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.0 – 30.3 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Puerto Escondido ranges from 28.0 °C in March to 30.3 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
In September the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 29.8 and 30.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.1° | 27.2° | 28.8° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.1° | 27.2° | 28.9° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.0° | 27.3° | 28.8° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.4° | 27.6° | 29.3° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.4° | 28.9° | 30.0° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.9° | 29.3° | 30.4° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 30.1° | 29.5° | 30.7° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 30.3° | 29.8° | 30.9° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.9° | 28.9° | 30.5° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.7° | 29.0° | 30.3° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.5° | 28.7° | 30.0° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.6° | 28.1° | 29.5° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Puerto Escondido
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 5.3 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Puerto Escondido, 45 % 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 in Puerto Escondido: 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, Puerto Escondido has about 23 rainy days with 496 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Puerto Escondido
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 August (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 and clouds in Puerto Escondido
How breezy and how cloudy Puerto Escondido 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 Puerto Escondido typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 69 % of the sky over Puerto Escondido: mostly cloudy, with about 5.3 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 and humidity in Puerto Escondido
How often the day gets hot in Puerto Escondido (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, Puerto Escondido has about 15 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 Puerto Escondido
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Puerto Escondido 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.
Puerto Escondido has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 98) and its weakest during October half-term (score 68).
- 92
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 74
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 69
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 68
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 98
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 25 min
- Distance
- 9,080 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.
Storm season
Puerto Escondido 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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Puerto Escondido vs Oaxaca de Juárez
In October Oaxaca de Juárez has the better holiday weather (score 78 vs 68). During the day Oaxaca de Juárez is 5 °C cooler than Puerto Escondido.
| in October | Puerto Escondido | Oaxaca de Juárez |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 68 | 78 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 25° |
| Sea | 30° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 23 | 10 |
| Best time | Nov – Apr | Nov – Mar |
Through the year
Mexico in October: the best places
In October, Puerto Escondido ranks 17 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- León de Los Aldama27°91
- 2San Miguel de Allende26°89
- 3Santiago de Querétaro26°86
- 4San Luis Potosí24°85
- 5Guanajuato26°79
- 6Teotihuacan23°77
- 7Oaxaca de Juárez25°76
- 8Mexico City23°76
- 17Puerto EscondidoThis page30°30°68
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Frequently asked questions about Puerto Escondido
When is the best time to visit Puerto Escondido?
The best time to visit Puerto Escondido is from November to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Puerto Escondido?
The sea temperature in Puerto Escondido ranges from 28.0 °C in March to 30.3 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Puerto Escondido in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Puerto Escondido?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. September is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Puerto Escondido?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 687 mm. The driest month is February with 5 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Puerto Escondido get?
Puerto Escondido gets around 2,610 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 9.3 hours a day; in September there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Puerto Escondido in?
Puerto Escondido is on UTC−6 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Puerto Escondido?
A nonstop flight from London to Puerto Escondido takes about 11 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,080 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is hurricane season in Puerto Escondido?
Puerto Escondido 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 Puerto Escondido?
Puerto Escondido has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 98) and its weakest during October half-term (score 68). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 92, May half-term 74, summer holidays 69, October half-term 68, Christmas holidays 98.