Home › Destinations › Mazatlán
Weather in Mazatlán
Pearl of the Pacific's malecón magic
—
Loading live weather...
About Mazatlán
Mazatlán stretches along the Pacific as the 'Pearl of the Pacific,' with a 10-mile malecón and a historic Old Town preserving colonial architecture. The harbor bustles with fishing boats. Nearby beaches offer calm swimming.
Best months to visit
January, February, March, April, May, December
Language
Spanish, English
Things to do in Mazatlán
Walk the malecón at sunset with ocean views
Explore the historic Old Town and colonial buildings
Fish for marlin, tuna, and dorado on charter boats
Relax on nearby beaches and swim
Visit the offshore islands by boat
Dine on fresh ceviche and grilled fish at waterfront spots
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
Recommended
January
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
February
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
March
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
June
31C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
July
31C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
August
31C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
September
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
October
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
November
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
December
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Mazatlán pairs one of Mexico's longest oceanfront promenades, the Malecón, with a beautifully restored historic centre where 19th-century buildings now house cafes, galleries and the grand Angela Peralta Theatre. Its Pacific port-city character gives it a more local, less manicured feel than some of Mexico's purpose-built resorts, with strong seafood, surfing beaches and one of the country's biggest Carnival celebrations.
Best areas to stay in Mazatlán
Centro Histórico
The restored colonial old town, with plazas, the Angela Peralta Theatre and emerging boutique hotels.
Zona Dorada
The main beach resort strip with hotels, restaurants and water sports along the northern beaches.
Malecón
One of the longest oceanfront promenades in Latin America, linking the old town to the beach zones.
Cerro del Crestón / El Faro
The lighthouse hill area, reachable by cable car, with panoramic views over the harbour and city.
Getting to Mazatlán
✈
Flights
Mazatlán International Airport has direct flights from several US cities and domestic connections via Mexico City.
⏱
From London
~12-13 hours from London via a US or Mexico City connection; ~3-4 hours direct from major US West Coast cities.
🚕
Getting around
The Malecón connects the old town and beach areas on foot or by the open-air 'pulmonia' taxis; buses and rideshare cover longer distances.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mazatlán?
November to April offers warm, dry weather; Carnival (usually February) is one of Mexico's largest celebrations and draws big crowds.
Is Mazatlán's old town worth exploring?
Yes — the Centro Histórico has been restored with colourful colonial buildings, plazas, and the historic Angela Peralta Theatre, offering a different feel from the beachfront Zona Dorada.
What is the Zona Dorada?
The 'Golden Zone' is Mazatlán's main hotel and beach strip, with resorts, restaurants and water sports concentrated along the northern beaches.
Can you take a cable car in Mazatlán?
Yes — a cable car (teleférico) runs up to the Faro lighthouse, one of the highest natural lighthouses in the world, with views over the whole bay.
Is Mazatlán good for seafood?
Yes — as a working fishing port, Mazatlán is known for very fresh ceviche, shrimp dishes and seafood cocktails along the Malecón and in the old town.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Came for Carnival and the parades along the Malecón were spectacular — far less touristy than I expected for such a big event.
Pedro G. · February 2024
★★★★☆
The old town was a pleasant surprise — beautifully restored buildings and much quieter than the Zona Dorada beach strip.
Linda M. · January 2024
★★★★★
Took the cable car up to the lighthouse at sunset for the best views of the bay, then had ceviche on the Malecón afterwards.
Hector R. · November 2023
Ready to visit Mazatlán?
Find the best hotels and experiences for your trip.
More dream destinations
