Oaxaca, Mexico
Gulf of Mexico15.66°N, 96.52°WStation ME-OAX-PLA

Playa Zipolite Sea Water Temperature

A tropical beach on the Gulf of Mexico, warmest around June at about 30.2°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Playa Zipolite water temperature

30
86°FTropical Warm (> 28°C)

Very warm bath-like water. Zero chill, exceptional for relaxation and snorkeling.

+0°vs Sep avgGulf of Mexico15.66°N, 96.52°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
32°C
88.7°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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Daily maximum
Sunrise
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First morning light
Sunset
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Golden hour close

7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
30°C
86°F
Waves: 1m
Tropical
ThuOct 1
30.3°C
86.5°F
Waves: 0.9m
Tropical
FriOct 2
30.4°C
86.7°F
Waves: 0.7m
Tropical
SatOct 3
30.3°C
86.5°F
Waves: 0.6m
Tropical
SunOct 4
30°C
86°F
Waves: 0.7m
Tropical
MonOct 5
29.7°C
85.5°F
Waves: 0.9m
Tropical
TueOct 6
29.6°C
85.3°F
Waves: 1m
Tropical
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Playa Zipolite.
Confidence: High

Playa Zipolite Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Playa Zipolite occurs inJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December — peaking at30.2°C (86.4°F) in June.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
28
Jan
28
Feb
28
Mar
29
Apr
29
May
30
Jun
30
Jul
30
Aug
Current
30
Sep
30
Oct
29
Nov
28
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January25.4°C27.7°C29.8°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
February26.7°C28.1°C29.2°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
March26.2°C28°C29.4°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
April25.7°C28.5°C30°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
May27.8°C29.4°C30.4°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
June29.3°C30.2°C30.9°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
July28.8°C29.9°C31.4°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
August29.2°C30.2°C31.2°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent28.4°C30°C31.6°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
October27.5°C29.6°C30.6°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
November26.4°C29.2°C31.1°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
December25.4°C28°C29.8°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)

Swimming FAQs for Playa Zipolite

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Playa Zipolite today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Playa Zipolite this time of year is 30°C (86°F) — classified as Tropical Warm (> 28°C). Very warm bath-like water. Zero chill, exceptional for relaxation and snorkeling. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Playa Zipolite?

The highest water temperatures in Playa Zipolite typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Playa Zipolite in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Playa Zipolite average around30°C (86.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 28.4°C and a maximum of 31.6°C.

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