Weather Conditions:
The temperature averages in the 70s year-round. January through March are the
cooler months, with typical daytime temps in the low 70s and 80s, while July
thru Sept tends to be hot and humid, with daytime average highs in the 90s.
Climate/Topography:
Mazatlan has three distinct zones. The port and downtown area, collectively
known as Old Mazatlan, are at the southern end of a peninsula that separates
the Pacific from an enormous saltwater estuary. To the north some four miles
is the Zona Dorada (the golden zone), home to nearly all of Mazatlan's visitor
attractions. Between the two is a long curved stretch of mostly undeveloped
beach that serves as a sort of buffer between the port and resort zone.This
separation allows the resort community to co-exist nicely with one of México's
busiest commercial ports. Mazatlan has one of the longest stretches of uninterrupted
beach in Mexico, with water temperatures in the 65-75° F range year round. The
weather is very pleasant from November until May. Sometimes in June, and definitely
from July until September, it is quite hot and humid. January through March
are the coolest months, with typical daytime temperatures in the high 70's to
low 80's and evening temperatures in the low 60's.
