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Puerto Peñasco weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Puerto Peñasco at a glance

Best time
Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Warmest month
Aug · 35°
Warmest sea
Aug · 30.9°
Sunshine a year
3,480 h
Rain a year
74 mm
Climate
Hot desert
Time zone
UTC−7
Elevation
11 m

Climate in Puerto Peñasco

Puerto Peñasco has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while January is the coolest at 20 °C. With around 3,480 hours of sunshine a year, Puerto Peñasco is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 12.1 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Puerto Peñasco

The best time to visit Puerto Peñasco is from April to June and from September to November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to April. From July to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 74 mm fall in an average year.

Puerto Peñasco through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Puerto Peñasco in spring

Mar – May

85

Excellent

  • 23–28 °C by day
  • Sea 21 °C
  • 10.7 h of sun a day
  • 2 rainy days in all

Puerto Peñasco in summer

Jun – Aug

87

Excellent

  • 32–35 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 11.0 h of sun a day
  • 2 rainy days in all

Puerto Peñasco in autumn

Sep – Nov

92

Excellent

  • 25–34 °C by day
  • Sea 27 °C
  • 8.9 h of sun a day
  • 4 rainy days in all

Puerto Peñasco in winter

Dec – Feb

47

Fair

  • 20–21 °C by day
  • Sea 18 °C
  • 7.5 h of sun a day
  • 5 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

May – Nov

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Nov – Apr

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Jul – Sep

Highs of 33 °C or more

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Puerto Peñasco for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: May – June, October

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

100

Holiday weather in October

Excellent

Best time to visit: April – June, September – November

Good forBeach & swimming

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 24°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 30°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 25°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 24°

06:3618:04

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 06:21–07:09 · evening 17:31–18:19
Blue hour
Morning 06:12–06:21 · evening 18:19–18:28

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 Peñasco compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 28° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 25°. The days get 0.9 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high32°28°
Night-time low23°18°
Sea29°25°
Daylight11.9 h11.0 h

What is the weather like in Puerto Peñasco in October?

In October, Puerto Peñasco is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 28 min06:36 – 18:04
UV index
6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
11 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
14 %on averageAll months
Hot days
16 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC−7offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %

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

Compare two months in Puerto Peñasco

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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October and May bring similar holiday weather to Puerto Peñasco (score 100 and 97). In May, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in May. May has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in May.

October vs May, Puerto Peñasco
MonthOctoberMay
Holiday weather score10097
Daytime high30°28°
Night-time low21°20°
Sea27.3°23.3°
Sunshine9.0 h11.6 hbetter
Rainy days10better
Rainfall8 mm1 mm
Muggy days112better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Puerto Peñasco month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

43January20° · Sea 17° · 7.5 h

In January, Puerto Peñasco is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in January
48February21° · Sea 17° · 8.0 h

In February, Puerto Peñasco is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in February
70March23° · Sea 19° · 9.5 h

In March, Puerto Peñasco is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in March
88April26° · Sea 21° · 11.0 h

In April, Puerto Peñasco is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in April
97May28° · Sea 23° · 11.6 h

In May, Puerto Peñasco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in May
97June32° · Sea 26° · 12.1 h

In June, Puerto Peñasco is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12.1 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, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in June
83July34° · Sea 29° · 10.7 h

In July, Puerto Peñasco is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in July
80August35° · Sea 31° · 10.3 h

In August, Puerto Peñasco is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 29 °C. The sea averages 30.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in August
86September34° · Sea 31° · 9.8 h

In September, Puerto Peñasco is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in September
100October30° · Sea 27° · 9.0 h

In October, Puerto Peñasco is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in October
91November25° · Sea 23° · 7.8 h

In November, Puerto Peñasco is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in November
49December21° · Sea 19° · 7.0 h

In December, Puerto Peñasco is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Puerto Peñasco.

Puerto Peñasco in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Puerto Peñasco

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Cool 8–15°
  • Pleasant 15–20°
  • Warm 20–24°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

WarmOctober: nights around 21°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 11 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (11°), the warmest in August (29°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from May to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in April and in November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 118 days a year, mostly from June to September.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 30°Night 21°Sea 27°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan4320°11°16.9°7.5 h18
FebruaryFeb4821°12°17.0°8.0 h210
MarchMar7023°14°18.5°9.5 h16
AprilApr8826°17°20.7°11.0 h12
MayMay9728°20°23.3°11.6 h01
JuneJun9732°24°25.9°12.1 h01
JulyJul8334°28°29.4°10.7 h13
AugustAug8035°29°30.9°10.3 h15
SeptemberSep8634°26°30.5°9.8 h211
OctoberOct10030°21°27.3°9.0 h18
NovemberNov9125°16°22.7°7.8 h18
DecemberDec4921°12°18.9°7.0 h212

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

31.32° N, 113.54° W · 11 m · America/Hermosillo

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Puerto Peñasco

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October27.3°Cwarm

8 in 10 years: 26.4 – 28.3 °C

Swimming season: Apr – Nov

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 27.3°8 in 10 years 26.4° – 28.3°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Puerto Peñasco ranges from 16.9 °C in January to 30.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to November.

The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 30.0 and 31.6 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan16.9°16.1°17.7°cold
FebruaryFeb17.0°16.0°18.2°fresh
MarchMar18.5°17.7°19.7°fresh
AprilApr20.7°20.0°21.6°refreshing
MayMay23.3°22.4°24.1°pleasant
JuneJun25.9°25.0°27.1°pleasant
JulyJul29.4°28.4°30.4°very warm
AugustAug30.9°30.0°31.6°very warm
SeptemberSep30.5°29.9°31.2°very warm
OctoberOct27.3°26.4°28.3°warm
NovemberNov22.7°21.9°23.7°refreshing
DecemberDec18.9°18.0°20.1°fresh
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Puerto Peñasco

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
3,480 hours
Sunniest month
Jun · 12.1 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 7.0 h a day
OctoberSunshine 9.0 hDaylight 11.5 hShare of daylight 78 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 9.0 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Puerto Peñasco, 78 % 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 Puerto Peñasco: 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.

Per year
74 mm on 13 days
Wettest month
Dec · 12 mm
Driest month
May · 1 mm
OctoberRainy days 1Rainfall 8 mm

In October, Puerto Peñasco has about one rainy day with 8 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Puerto Peñasco

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
6 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 20 min
Fair skin
about 25 min
Light brown skin
about 40 min
Olive skin
about 50 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 Puerto Peñasco

How breezy and how cloudy Puerto Peñasco 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.

Year average
23 km/h · moderate breeze
Windiest month
Jul · 26 km/h
Calmest month
Nov · 20 km/h
OctoberWind 21 km/hBeaufort 4
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Puerto Peñasco typically peaks at 21 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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, and here it is that strong all year.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
22 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jun · 10 %
Cloudiest month
Feb · 31 %
OctoberCloud cover 14 %Sunshine 9.0 h

In October, cloud covers on average 14 % of the sky over Puerto Peñasco: mostly clear, with about 9.0 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 Puerto Peñasco

How often the day gets hot in Puerto Peñasco (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
141 days
Hottest month
Aug · 35 °C
Hot months
Jun – Oct

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 16Daytime high 30 °C

In October, Puerto Peñasco has about 16 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.

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 Peñasco

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Puerto Peñasco 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 Peñasco has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 46).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    83

    Excellent

    • 25 °C by day
    • Sea 20 °C
    • 10.5 h of sun a day
    • 1 rainy day a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    97

    Excellent

    • 29 °C by day
    • Sea 24 °C
    • 11.7 h of sun a day
    • 0 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    81

    Excellent

    • 35 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 10.4 h of sun a day
    • 1 rainy day a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • October half-term

    Oct

    100

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 30 °C by day
    • Sea 27 °C
    • 9.0 h of sun a day
    • 1 rainy day a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    46

    Fair

    • 20 °C by day
    • Sea 18 °C
    • 7.3 h of sun a day
    • 2 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 11 h
Distance
8,740 km
Time zone
UTC−7
Jet lag
About 5 days (8 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.

Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.

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Puerto Peñasco vs San Felipe

In October the holiday weather in Puerto Peñasco and San Felipe is about equally good (score 100 vs 100). During the day it is about as warm in San Felipe as in Puerto Peñasco. The sea is about equally warm.

Puerto Peñasco vs San Felipe, in October
in OctoberPuerto PeñascoSan Felipe
Holiday weather score100100
Daytime high30°30°
Sea27°27°
Sunshine9 h9 h
Rainy days11
Best timeApr – Jun, Sep – NovApr – May, Oct – Nov

Through the year

OctoberPuerto Peñasco 30°San Felipe 30°
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In October, Puerto Peñasco ranks 1 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

  1. Puerto PeñascoThis page30°27°100
  2. 2San Felipe30°27°100
  3. 3Loreto30°29°100
  4. 4Todos Santos31°28°100
  5. 5Ensenada24°19°98
  6. 6Durango26°98
  7. 7Tijuana23°97
  8. 8Guaymas32°28°95
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Frequently asked questions about Puerto Peñasco

When is the best time to visit Puerto Peñasco?

The best time to visit Puerto Peñasco is from April to June and from September to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Puerto Peñasco?

The sea temperature in Puerto Peñasco ranges from 16.9 °C in January to 30.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to November.

Can you swim in Puerto Peñasco in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Puerto Peñasco?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 29 °C. January is the coolest month at 20 °C.

When does it rain most in Puerto Peñasco?

Rain is a rarity all year: only 74 mm fall in an average year.

How many hours of sunshine does Puerto Peñasco get?

Puerto Peñasco gets around 3,480 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 12.1 hours a day; in December there are 7.0 hours a day.

What time zone is Puerto Peñasco in?

Puerto Peñasco is on UTC−7 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Puerto Peñasco?

A nonstop flight from London to Puerto Peñasco takes about 11 h, for a straight-line distance of about 8,740 km.

Which school holidays are best for Puerto Peñasco?

Puerto Peñasco has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 46). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 83, May half-term 97, summer holidays 81, October half-term 100, Christmas holidays 46.