Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Isla Ixtapa, Mexico

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Isla Ixtapa...

Isla Ixtapa is an island in Mexico. It is part of the Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo island group. The water temperature around Isla Ixtapa has low variability year round. The temperature ranges from 26.3°C (79.4°F) in April up to 29.5°C (85.1°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 Isla Ixtapa 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 near Isla Ixtapa?

The current water temperature in the month of April in the waters near Isla Ixtapa is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in close proximity to Isla Ixtapa. The closest one is Playa Linda, which is only 2.1km (3.2miles) away from Isla Ixtapa. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Playa Linda and its current water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Isla Ixtapa are Las Gatas, which is approximately 5.2km (3.2miles) away, and Saladita, located roughly 5.7km (3.6miles) from Isla Ixtapa.

Are there gorgeous beaches close by?

Not many beaches are located in close proximity to Isla Ixtapa. A good beach nearby is Ixtapa, which is more than 1.8km (1.1miles) away from Isla Ixtapa. If you have some extra time, you can also visit Acapulco, which is ca 127.4km (79.2miles) away from Isla Ixtapa.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Isla Ixtapa?

The average sea temperature around Isla Ixtapa is extremely warm, around 28°C (83°F), with no significant changes throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Isla Ixtapa. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Isla Ixtapa can be remarkably strong.

How is the diving and fishing near Isla Ixtapa?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions change very little throughout the year. The waters are nearly almost tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (76-85°F). The following fish love this water temperature : Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Isla Ixtapa: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Isla Ixtapa...

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