Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Barra Vieja, Mexico

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Barra Vieja...

Barra Vieja is a surf spot in Mexico. The water temperature around Barra Vieja has average variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 24.6°C (76.2°F) in April up to 29.7°C (85.5°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Barra Vieja is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Barra Vieja?

The current water temperature in the month of March at Barra Vieja is about:

Are there any other surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are located close to Barra Vieja. A good spot nearby is La Barrita, which is 114.2km (71miles) away from Barra Vieja. Click here to check out more information on La Barrita and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Chacahua, which is roughly 139km (86.3miles) away from Barra Vieja.

Are there beaches close to Barra Vieja?

Not too many beaches are located in proximity to Barra Vieja. A beach, which is not too far away, is Acapulco, which is almost 20.6km (12.8miles) away from Barra Vieja. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Ixtapa, which is 146.1km (90.8miles) away from Barra Vieja.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Barra Vieja?

The sea temperature at Barra Vieja is extremely warm, reaching up to 30°C (86°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is usually not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during spring, water temperatures drop down to nearly 25°C (76°F). In this season, a 1mm top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be ok without a rashguard or 1mm top . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the diving and fishing close to Barra Vieja?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions alter a lot depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 25 to 30°C (76-85°F) during spring. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions usually change during summer when temperatures reach 25 to 30°C (77-86°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Barra Vieja: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Barra Vieja...

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