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Puerto Escondido, Mexico · Tropical

Puerto Escondido in February: go or not?

Mixed period. Puerto Escondido in February: 6.2/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 15.86°N · 97.07°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Puerto Escondido · February
6.2
21–31°
Temperature
4%
Rain
9h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Austin Curtis via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in February

February is peak dry season in Puerto Escondido. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (4.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (6.3/10) is significantly better if possible.

February ranks 2 out of 12 months in Puerto Escondido. Compared to January: +2°F daytime, +0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in February

UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is February the right month?

The best month in Puerto Escondido is January (6.3/10), 0.1 pt higher than February.

See January →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Puerto Escondido ("The Hidden Port"), fishing village on the Pacific coast of Oaxaca in Mexico: 50,000 inhabitants, famous for its Playa Zicatela which produces the " Mexican Pipeline " = one of the largest waves in the world (up to 20 ft+, considered among the 10 biggest waves globally with Pipeline Hawaii, Teahupoo Tahiti, Nazaré Portugal).

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Mexico

🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyMexican Peso ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety Very safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living Cheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend Stable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 86°F
🌧️Rainiest month September · 79%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season May → Sep
🌧️Wet season Dec → Mar
🌀Cyclones Season Nov-Apr
Location

Where is Puerto Escondido ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Mexico
Tropical climate with a 6.3 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
15.86°N · 97.07°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Puerto Escondido?
January is the best month with 86°F highs, 70°F lows, 8.2h of sunshine and 4.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Puerto Escondido get in January?
Puerto Escondido averages 8.2 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 6.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Puerto Escondido?
September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Puerto Escondido in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.
Is Puerto Escondido good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Puerto Escondido scores 6.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 6.2/10.
When should you avoid Puerto Escondido?
September is the most difficult month to visit Puerto Escondido, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Puerto Escondido in February?
In February, the sea averages 82°F in Puerto Escondido: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Puerto Escondido in February?
The average UV index reaches 8 in February in Puerto Escondido (very high), with about 11.5h of daylight. Protection essential.